Civil Litigation Attorney

About the company

Our client is a law firm.

The role

Raydar is recruiting for this role on behalf of our client. Manage a caseload of civil disputes from the opening of a matter through to verdict, with early and frequent chances to appear in court. The work blends written advocacy, evidence gathering and regular communication with clients and insurance professionals.

What you'll do

- Oversee civil cases at every stage, from initial intake through trial.

- Prepare discovery papers and substantive motions.

- Conduct and defend witness examinations under oath, starting early in your tenure.

- Act as lead or supporting trial counsel in court.

- Work closely with clients and the insurance professionals involved in their claims.

Requirements

What we're looking for

- Current admission to the New York State Bar.

- At least seven years of practice since admission, in civil litigation or similar courtroom work such as criminal defense or prosecution.

- Background in insurance defense litigation.

- Hands-on experience with motion practice and witness examinations.

- Excellent written advocacy, demonstrated by a work sample submitted with your application.

- Real enthusiasm for trial work and for a path toward partnership.

- Ability to commute reliably to the office and work on-site five days a week.

Bonus points

- Experience as a prosecutor, public defender or government attorney.

- Prior experience conducting or defending depositions.

- Strong law school academic record.

- Prior experience as first or second chair at trial.

Benefits

Compensation and benefits

- Base salary: USD 150,000 to 200,000 per year

Location and work model

- Fishkill, NY, United States

- On-site, 5 days per week in office

- Full-time