Defense Litigation Attorney
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Huntington, NY · $135k–$165k a year · Posted October 14, 2026
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About the job
Manage a caseload of defense litigation matters from initial assignment through trial and appeal, if necessary.
Conduct legal research and prepare pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation-related documents.
Handle all aspects of discovery, including drafting and responding to discovery demands, document review, and e-discovery.
Conduct and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts.
Attend court appearances, hearings, conferences, arbitrations, mediations, and settlement negotiations.
Develop litigation strategy and provide legal analysis to clients and firm leadership.
Collaborate with partners, associates, experts, and support staff to ensure efficient case management.
Maintain strong client relationships through regular communication and reporting.
Prepare cases for trial and participate in trial proceedings as required.
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