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Permanent Placements LLC

Litigation Sr. Attorney/Counsel – General Liability Defense

Permanent Placements LLC, New York, New York, us, 10261

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Litigation Sr. Attorney/Counsel – General Liability Defense

Litigation Sr. Attorney/Counsel – General Liability Defense

role at Permanent Placements LLC Base pay range $200,000.00/yr - $220,000.00/yr Our client is a globally integrated law firm with deep sector expertise and a strong reputation for managing complex risk across borders. With more than 60 offices spanning six continents, they offer comprehensive legal services in key industries such as insurance, energy, infrastructure, transportation, and trade. The firm is known for its robust dispute resolution practice—one of the largest in the UK—and its strategic focus on emerging risks, regulatory shifts, and global market dynamics. Attorneys benefit from a collaborative, forward-thinking environment that emphasizes innovation, professional growth, and high-impact client service.

Position Description:

Our client, a leading international law firm, seeks a Counsel-level litigation attorney with 8+ years of experience to join their team focused on defending a wide range of complex general liability matters. This includes, but is not limited to, New York Labor Law, premises liability, catastrophic injury, hospitality, transportation, and negligent security claims.

The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, and highly motivated, with exceptional legal writing skills and the ability to manage a busy caseload while interacting with both domestic and international insurance clients.

Key Responsibilities

Manage a caseload of approximately 25–30 matters

Take and defend depositions

Attend court hearings and mediations

Draft and submit pleadings, motions, and briefs

Prepare client correspondence and legal memoranda

Conduct complex legal research using Westlaw/Lexis

Draft and respond to discovery

Review and analyze documents for production

Develop case strategies and investigate claims

Communicate effectively with insurance carrier clients and insureds

Handle all phases of litigation from responsive pleadings through trial or resolution

Supervise and mentor associates and paralegals

Qualifications

8+ years of litigation experience, including depositions

Admitted to practice in New York

Strong academic credentials

Excellent legal writing and communication skills

Proven ability to manage multiple projects and lead teams

Client-facing experience and ability to build trust and confidence

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Legal Services and Law Practice

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