Senior Litigation Attorney

Our client is a well-established, multi-practice New York City law firm operating out of a single Manhattan office in the Financial District. Built over decades into a full-service practice, the firm has developed a genuine litigation and appellate bench alongside its other core departments, rather than treating litigation as an ancillary offering. The appellate practice in particular has a long track record and a reputation among peers for sophisticated, well-prepared advocacy. The firm is structured around direct partner involvement in casework, and it has cultivated a loyal referral network built on decades of consistent results and community trust.

Why join us?

• Serious appellate work. The team handles matters before the Second Circuit and other appellate bodies, offering substantive brief-writing and oral argument experience.
• Direct partner access. Attorneys work closely with the partner who leads the litigation and appellate department, with real opportunities for mentorship and case ownership.
• Flexibility that scales with tenure. The role starts onsite to build familiarity with the team and workflow, then transitions to a hybrid schedule after 3–6 months.
• Institutional stability. A firm with a multi-generational history and a strong regional reputation, offering steadier footing than many boutique litigation shops.
• Varied caseload. Litigation attorneys are exposed to a range of underlying subject matter rather than a single narrow niche.

Responsibilities

• Handle matters before the Second Circuit Court of Appeals and other appellate bodies.
• Manage complex litigation matters with a high degree of independence.
• Prepare appellate briefs and present oral arguments.
• Work as outside appellate counsel across matters originated by other law firms, quickly getting up to speed on unfamiliar case records and underlying subject matter.

Requirements

• Substantial litigation experience, with a demonstrated track record handling matters before the Second Circuit Court of Appeals.
• Active license to practice law in New York State.
• Strong appellate brief-writing and oral argument experience.
• Ability to work onsite in Manhattan for the first 3–6 months, transitioning to a hybrid schedule thereafter.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex litigation matters with independence.
• Strong written and verbal advocacy skills, with comfort operating in a fast-paced, partner-facing environment.

Pay

$160,000 - $200,000 per year

Schedule

Starts onsite in Manhattan for the first 3–6 months, then transitions to a hybrid schedule.