Litigation Counsel – General Liability Defense
Firm Description:
Our client is a globally integrated law firm with deep sector expertise and a strong reputation for managing complex risk across borders. With more than 60 offices spanning six continents, they offer comprehensive legal services in key industries such as insurance, energy, infrastructure, transportation, and trade. The firm is known for its robust dispute resolution practice—one of the largest in the UK—and its strategic focus on emerging risks, regulatory shifts, and global market dynamics. Attorneys benefit from a collaborative, forward-thinking environment that emphasizes innovation, professional growth, and high-impact client service.
Position Description:
Our client, a leading international law firm, is seeking a Counsel-level litigation attorney with 8+ years of experience to join their team focused on defending a wide range of complex general liability matters. This includes, but is not limited to, New York Labor Law, premises liability, catastrophic injury, hospitality, transportation, and negligent security claims.
The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, and highly motivated, with exceptional legal writing skills and the ability to manage a busy caseload while interacting with both domestic and international insurance clients.
Key Responsibilities:
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Manage a caseload of approximately 25–30 matters
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Take and defend depositions
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Attend court hearings and mediations
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Draft and submit pleadings, motions, and briefs
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Prepare client correspondence and legal memoranda
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Conduct complex legal research using Westlaw/Lexis
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Draft and respond to discovery
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Review and analyze documents for production
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Develop case strategies and investigate claims
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Communicate effectively with insurance carrier clients and insureds
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Handle all phases of litigation from responsive pleadings through trial or resolution
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Supervise and mentor associates and paralegals
Qualifications:
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8+ years of litigation experience, including depositions
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Admitted to practice in New York
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Strong academic credentials
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Excellent legal writing and communication skills
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Proven ability to manage multiple projects and lead teams
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Client-facing experience and ability to build trust and confidence
Meet Your Recruiter
Joseph P. Mayer III
Founder & CEO