About this opportunity
Ascendion lists this Municipal Attorney opportunity in westchester county, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Litigation Associate Attorney – Municipal Defense
Location: White Plains, New York(Hybrid)
Salary: $150,000–$185,000
Position Overview
I’m currently recruiting for a Litigation Associate Attorney – Municipal Defense opportunity with a well-established national defense litigation firm in White Plains, NY.
This is an excellent opportunity for a litigation attorney looking to take ownership of a sophisticated caseload while gaining meaningful exposure to court appearances, depositions, motion practice, client interaction, and trial preparation.
The practice handles matters involving municipalities, public entities, civil rights, constitutional claims, employment disputes, police misconduct, land use, and complex liability litigation.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
$150K–$185K base salary + hybrid work
Manage cases from inception through resolution
Meaningful courtroom, deposition, and trial exposure
Sophisticated municipal, civil rights, and complex litigation matters
Strong trial advocacy training, mentorship, and professional development
Responsibilities
Manage a litigation caseload and develop case strategy
Handle pleadings, discovery, depositions, motions, and court appearances
Represent municipalities and other clients in civil rights, employment, police misconduct, First Amendment, land use, and liability matters
Communicate directly with clients and provide strategic guidance
Assist with trial preparation and courtroom strategy
Qualifications
JD from an accredited ABA law school
Admitted to practice in New York State
Litigation experience; municipal defense experience preferred
Experience with discovery, depositions, dispositive motions, and trial preparation
Strong research, writing, analytical, and advocacy skills
Ability to manage cases independently while working collaboratively
Salary and Other Compensation:
The annual salary for this position is between $150,000 – $185,000 . (Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.)
Benefits:
The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Paid holidays annually
Paid time off
Firm-provided CLE
Annual paid bar admission dues
Short-term and long-term disability benefits
Life insurance
Commuter benefit plans
Flexible spending account (FSA)
Interested? Apply today or message me directly to learn more about the opportunity.
****If this particular position isn't the right fit, feel free to reach out anyway. I’m actively working with other law firms and may have another opportunity that better matches your background and career goals.****
Who can apply
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