Associate Litigator - Complex Defense & Trial Work (NYC) in Cold Spring

Date Posted: Monday, April 21, 2025

Job Snapshot

Job Description

Now Hiring: Litigation Associate – Defense Practice (NYC)
Boutique Litigation Firm | Nationally Recognized Clients | Real Courtroom Experience

Step into a high-impact litigation role with a firm that puts trial work, mentorship, and career development front and center.
We’re a well-established, NYC-based litigation firm seeking a sharp and motivated Litigation Associate to join our growing defense team. Our firm handles complex, high-stakes matters across multiple industries with a hands-on, results-driven approach.

Position Highlights:
Practice Areas: General Liability, Premises Liability, NY Labor Law (240/241), Transportation, and Insurance Defense

Responsibilities:

  • Appear regularly in state and federal courts

  • Handle depositions, motion practice, conferences, and trial prep

  • Work directly with seasoned trial attorneys and top-tier clients

  • Manage your own caseload with ongoing support

Ideal Candidate Will Have:

  • 1–3 years of litigation experience (insurance defense or PI defense preferred)

  • NY Bar admission required (NJ Bar a plus)

  • Strong writing and oral advocacy skills

  • A proactive mindset and commitment to delivering results

  • Desire for real courtroom exposure and trial work

What We Offer:

  • Early and meaningful courtroom opportunities

  • Direct mentorship from veteran litigators

  • A team-oriented culture where your voice matters

  • Competitive salary + full benefits

  • Office located in midtown Manhattan with hybrid flexibility

📄 Candidates will be required to submit a writing sample as part of the application process.

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*Salary range is based on experience and may differ from what is stated in the posting.*

All conversations will be kept confidential. 

To be considered, submit your resume confidentially to Marshall.Bowen@gogpac.com. 

If you have any other questions or wish to discuss any other Legal positions, call or text Marshall Bowen at (605) 872-5033.

You can also connect with me at linkedin.com/in/marshall-c-bowen-gpac 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.