A Well-established National Organization responsible for one of the largest transportation networks in the U.S. is expanding its in-house legal team. This agency is looking to hire multiple Attorneys to join their growing legal department, specialized in personal injury and property damage claims.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Represent the agency in court proceedings, including trials, hearings, and motion practice.
• Manage tort litigation cases from inception through resolution, including discovery, depositions, and settlement negotiations.
• Draft legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and internal memoranda.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external agencies to align litigation strategies.
• Provide legal advice to agency personnel and contribute to broader legal initiatives.
• Participate in mediations and support efforts to resolve claims efficiently.
• Contribute to litigation strategy development, particularly for more complex or high-exposure cases.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• 2 - 7+ years of litigation experience, ideally in tort, municipal, or personal injury defense. (compensation will be determined by the candidates years of experience)
• Strong command of civil litigation procedures in both state and federal courts.
• Ability to manage a demanding caseload independently while working collaboratively with a legal team.
• Admission to the New York State Bar is required.

Preferred Background:

• Familiarity with claims involving premises liability, motor vehicle accidents, or public transit systems.
• Knowledge of relevant local, state, and federal tort laws.

• Represent the agency in court proceedings, including trials, hearings, and motion practice.
• Manage tort litigation cases from inception through resolution, including discovery, depositions, and settlement negotiations.
• Draft legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and internal memoranda.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external agencies to align litigation strategies.
• Provide legal advice to agency personnel and contribute to broader legal initiatives.
• Participate in mediations and support efforts to resolve claims efficiently.
• Contribute to litigation strategy development, particularly for more complex or high-exposure cases