We are a small New York–based premises liability / personal injury defense firm looking to bring on an experienced litigator to handle personal injury defense work on an of counsel / freelance basis.
This is a flexible, ongoing overflow role - ideal for an attorney with an existing practice or other commitments who is looking for consistent, manageable additional work.
You will handle assigned cases with a high degree of autonomy, including:
• Drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery
• Managing case deadlines and progression
• Communicating as needed with our team and support staff
We provide:
• Paralegal support
• Administrative infrastructure
• Coverage for conferences, depositions, or appearances if needed (though you are encouraged to handle all aspects of your cases if you can)
Workload:
• Typically 5–15 hours per week
• Work can be scaled up or down depending on your availability
Requirements:
• Minimum 5 years of insurance defense experience
• Strong familiarity with New York civil practice and procedures
• Experience with:
• Discovery and motion practice
• Liability analysis and defense strategy
• Ability to work independently and efficiently
Strongly preferred:
• Experience with litigation budgets
• Deposition and/or trial experience
• NY-based attorney
Additional Notes:
• This is a low-bureaucracy, practical working relationship
• No business development or client acquisition required
• We are looking for someone reliable who can integrate into a small team and consistently handle assigned work
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $50.00 - $75.00 per hour
Experience:
• insurance defense : 5 years (Preferred)
Location:
• New York State (Preferred)
Work Location: Remote