Senior Auto Defense Litigation Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Senior Auto Defense Litigation Attorney in New York, New York. This role offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement and provides the opportunity to work with high-profile national clients, gaining substantial responsibility from the outset.

Duties

• Independently manage a diverse litigation caseload from inception through resolution.
• Collaborate with partners and colleagues in a team-oriented environment.
• Handle all aspects of litigation, including trial preparation, investigation, court appearances, mediations, and depositions.
• Provide timely case updates and strategic guidance to clients through regular reporting and direct communication.

Requirements

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice in New York.
• 8+ years of defense litigation experience, preferably in personal injury, general liability, catastrophic injury, or transportation.
• Exceptional communication, writing, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to build strong client relationships and deliver outstanding service.
• Experience with client-facing responsibilities and managing complex matters is highly valued.
• Ability to integrate into a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Legal project management experience preferred.
• First chair trial experience a plus.

Education

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admitted to practice in New York.

Skills

• Exceptional communication, writing, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to build strong client relationships.
• Experience with client-facing responsibilities.
• Legal project management experience preferred.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Generous PTO and 401(k) match.
• Access to corporate discount programs.

This is one of the largest firms in the nation. This New York office is a full-service firm that renders advice to individuals, corporations, and institutions on a local, regional, national and international basis. Attorneys actively represent and advocate their clients' interests when they are involved in litigation, and act as counsel and advisors with respect to the total range of corporate, commercial and personal matters. Even though this is a large international firm, they offer low compensation and bonuses.