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Trial Attorney: Defense Litigation (First Chair)

Orion Placement1,371 open roles

Pay
$130,000 – $200,000 a year
Where
New York, New York, United States
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The posting

Pay: $130,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

  • Take true ownership of sophisticated civil defense matters from inception through trial and appeal
  • Step into a role built for an attorney who genuinely enjoys being in the courtroom
  • Serve as first-chair trial counsel and directly shape litigation and trial strategy
  • Handle a diverse caseload involving insurance defense, general liability, professional liability, product liability, construction litigation, and other complex defense matters
  • Work with experienced attorneys in a collaborative, modern environment that values autonomy and strong legal judgment
  • Excellent opportunity for an accomplished litigator who wants meaningful responsibility without needing to bring a portable book of business
  • Strong benefits, professional development, and long-term growth opportunities

Location

Greater New York City area. Hybrid flexibility with regular in-person court appearances, hearings, depositions, trials, and other case-related responsibilities throughout the NYC and Downstate New York market.

Note

Candidates must be admitted to the New York Bar and have actual first-chair civil trial experience. This is not a trial-preparation-only role. We are looking for an attorney who has personally taken the lead in the courtroom.

About Us

Confidential Employer. We are a growing civil defense law firm representing sophisticated clients in complex litigation matters. Our team combines strong trial advocacy with a collaborative, practical, and technology-forward approach to client service. We give experienced attorneys the autonomy to lead cases while providing the resources and support needed to succeed.

Job Description

  • Manage civil defense litigation matters from inception through resolution, trial, and appeal
  • Serve as first-chair counsel in jury and bench trials
  • Develop and execute case strategy in close coordination with clients and internal teams
  • Conduct depositions, witness examinations, investigations, and discovery
  • Draft and argue dispositive motions, pleadings, trial briefs, and other substantive filings
  • Appear at court conferences, hearings, oral arguments, and trials
  • Evaluate exposure, develop defense strategies, and negotiate settlements when appropriate
  • Maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication and strategic counsel
  • Collaborate with partners, associates, paralegals, and support professionals on complex matters

Qualifications

  • Active New York State Bar admission
  • 3+ years of civil defense litigation experience
  • 5+ years of litigation experience strongly preferred
  • First-chair civil trial experience required
  • Experience with insurance defense, general liability, professional liability, product liability, construction litigation, or similar defense matters
  • Strong deposition, motion practice, legal writing, and courtroom skills
  • Ability to independently manage matters and a substantial caseload

Why You Will Love Working Here

  • Real courtroom and trial responsibility
  • Autonomy over meaningful, sophisticated cases
  • Collaborative team without unnecessary layers
  • Diverse litigation that keeps the work interesting
  • Flexible work environment
  • Strong professional development and advancement opportunities
  • Comprehensive benefits and retirement offerings.

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Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance
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