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Litigation Defense Attorney

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Kaufman Dolowich LLP

Bowling Green, NY (In Person)

$147,500 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 6 days ago (Updated 5 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 8/2/2026

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Job Description

The New York City office of Kaufman Dolowich, a full-service National Law firm with more than 250 attorneys across 16 offices and over 25 practice areas, is actively seeking an attorney to join our growing litigation team. The ideal candidate will have experience in Labor & Employment, Professional Liability, and/or Commercial Litigation and will thrive in a collaborative environment that offers meaningful responsibility, hands-on litigation experience, and long-term career growth opportunities. Responsibilities Independently manage a litigation caseload from inception through resolution Draft and respond to written discovery Take and defend depositions Prepare motions, briefs, and other substantive pleadings Participate in court appearances, hearings, mediations, and oral arguments Communicate directly with clients and provide strategic case updates Collaborate with partners and litigation teams on complex matters Assist with all aspects of litigation strategy and case management Qualifications Admission to practice in New York required Minimum of 3 years of litigation experience Experience in Labor & Employment, Professional Liability, and/or Commercial Litigation preferred Experience handling legal malpractice, accounting malpractice, and other professional liability matters is highly preferred Excellent written, analytical, and oral advocacy skills Strong organizational and case management abilities Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic litigation environment Why Join Kaufman Dolowich? Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture with strong mentorship and support Significant opportunities for professional growth, client development, and advancement Unlimited PTO for Attorneys Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package Robust discretionary and billable-based bonus opportunities Meaningful clients contact and hands-on litigation experience
Base Salary Range:
$135,000-$160,000 Please note that the stated salary range is an estimate and does not guarantee a specific offer. Actual compensation will be determined based on market location, as well as the candidate's experience, skills, and job-related qualifications. Base salary represents just one component of the comprehensive Total Rewards package offered by Kaufman Dolowich, which also includes a discretionary and billable hours-based bonus program and a robust benefits offering for full-time employees.