Civil Litigation Associate or Partner

About the Role

Join a trial-focused civil litigation practice as an associate with 7 or more years of experience, or as a partner. This on-site role offers hands-on responsibility across cases, with opportunities to build courtroom experience through depositions and trial work.

What You'll Do

• Manage civil litigation matters from inception through trial.

• Draft discovery requests and responses, and prepare substantive motions.

• Take and defend depositions.

• Contribute to trials as first or second chair.

• Work directly with clients, insurance carriers, and claims handlers.

What We're Looking For

• At least 7 years of post-bar experience in civil litigation or transferable courtroom practice, such as criminal or government litigation.

• Active admission to the New York State Bar and experience practicing in New York.

• Insurance defense experience, including motion practice and depositions.

• Strong legal writing skills and the ability to provide a writing sample.

• Demonstrated interest in trial work, with first- or second-chair experience a plus.

• Willingness to work on-site five days per week and meet a 2,000-hour annual billable requirement.

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary: $150,000 to $200,000 annually. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Location

On-site in Fishkill, New York. Candidates should be able to maintain a sustainable commute to the office.