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Defense Attorney
Location: Garden City, NY (Hybrid)
Salary: $135,000 – $195,000 (dependent on experience)
Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent
A nationally recognized defense litigation firm with offices across the United States is seeking a Defense Attorney to join its Garden City team. The firm is known for its collaborative culture and commitment to excellence, with a strong emphasis on teamwork, client service, and innovation.
The Role
This position offers the opportunity to handle a diverse caseload of personal injury defense matters, with significant responsibility and client interaction from the outset.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage personal injury defense cases from investigation through resolution
- Conduct claim investigations, working closely with clients, witnesses, and paralegal support
- Evaluate medical records and assess causation, including interaction with medical professionals
- Handle hearings, including 50-h hearings, depositions (taking and defending), and court appearances
- Oversee discovery, ensuring compliance with CPLR rules and managing the exchange of information
- Lead settlement discussions, mediations, and other ADR proceedings
- Develop and execute case strategies aimed at efficient and effective resolution
Qualifications
- JD from an accredited law school
- Admission to the New York Bar required
- 3 years of experience defending personal injury matters in New York Supreme Courts
- Experience with Labor Law 200, 240(1), and 241(6), as well as premises liability claims
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to clearly and concisely present key arguments
- Experience with legal project management is a plus
If you’re interested in learning more, please apply with an updated resume. If your experience aligns, we’ll be in touch to arrange an initial discussion.
We also work with a range of firms across the East Coast. If you’re exploring new opportunities within the legal sector, feel free to apply and we can connect you with roles that match your background and career goals.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $135,000.00 - $195,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Garden City, NY 11530
Salary : $135,000 - $195,000