Top 452 Litigation attorney Jobs in Kew Gardens Ny

Entry Level Staff Attorney, Family Defense Practice
Brooklyn Defender Services —Brooklyn, NY
- $99,000 a year
- Online Application
- Organizational skills
- Communication skills
- Entry level
- 403(b)
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Insurance Defense Attorney (Full Time)
Fabiani Cohen & Hall —New York, NY
- $150,000 - $190,000 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- 5 years
- US work authorization
- Senior level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Litigation Attorney
J. Singer Law Group, PLLC —New York, NY
- $125,000 - $145,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Profit sharing
- Health insurance
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Labor & Employment / Commercial Litigation Attorney (2 YR EXP REQ.)
Milman Labuda Law Group PLLC —New Hyde Park, NY
- $125,000 - $200,000 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Profit sharing
- Health insurance
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Attorney
Milber Makris Plousadis & Seiden, LLP —Purchase, NY
- $100,000 - $175,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- US work authorization
- 2 years
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Insurance Defense Attorneys (Senior and Junior Positions)
Fleischner Potash LLP —New York, NY
- $85,000 - $250,000 a year
- Email
- Background check
- Writing skills
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Civil Defense Attorney - General Liability - Westchester, NY
Marshall Dennehey —Purchase, NY
- $140,000 - $200,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Research
- Analysis skills
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Associate Attorney
Tracey S Cosby, Attorney at Law, PC —East Orange, NJ
- $85,000 - $130,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- No background check
- Writing skills
- Research
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Workers' Compensation Associate Attorney
Orion Placement —Bronx, NY
- $200,000 - $220,000 a year
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Management
- English
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Associate Personal Injury Attorney
Karasik Law Group PC —Brooklyn, NY
- $110,000 - $125,000 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Workers' Compensation Associate Attorney
Orion Placement —Rockville Centre, NY
- $200,000 - $220,000 a year
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Management
- English
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Sr Associate, Civil Litigation (Department Lead)
SCG Recruiting —Syosset, NY
- $150,000 - $175,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mentoring
- In-person
- Senior level
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Litigation Attorney
LAW FIRM —Fort Lee, NJ
- $140,000 - $160,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Litigation Associate
Alisme Law LLC —New York, NY
- $230,000 - $240,000 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Research
- Analysis skills
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Associate Attorney - General Liability & Labor Law
Kelly, Rode & Kelly, LLP —Mineola, NY
- $135,000 - $175,000 a year
- Email
- Hybrid work
- Writing skills
- Employment & labor law
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Insurance Defense Attorney (3-12+ Years) 3407686
Resnick & Louis, P.C. —Paramus, NJ
- $130,000 - $185,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- US work authorization
- Senior level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Associate Attorney - Litigation/Guardianship
Cowart Dizzia LLP —New York State
- From $117,000 a year
- Contract
- Remote
- Writing skills
- Research
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Associate Attorney
Gallardo Levin Reiter & Rogers, LLP —Jericho, NY
- $100,000 - $175,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- 1 year
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Labor Law Litigation Attorney
Harmon Linder & Rogowsky —New York, NY
- From $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Writing skills
- Employment & labor law
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Attorney
Milber Makris Plousadis & Seiden, LLP —Woodbury, NY
- $100,000 - $135,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Accounting
- US work authorization
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Entry Level Staff Attorney, Family Defense Practice

Brooklyn Defender Services -
Brooklyn, NY

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Job Details

Full-time
$99,000 a year

Benefits

403(b)

Qualifications

Caseload management
Doctor of Law (JD)
Legal case management
Cross-functional collaboration

Full Job Description

Family Defense Practice Seeks Entry Level Attorney Candidates for Fall 2027

Brooklyn Defender Services (BDS) seeks rising third year law students, judicial law clerks, and recent law school graduates for Entry Level Staff Attorney positions.

BDS is a public defense office representing low-income New Yorkers in criminal, family, immigration, and civil legal matters. For nearly 30 years, BDS has worked, in and out of court, to protect and uphold the rights of individuals and to change laws and systems that perpetuate injustice and inequality. Our legal expertise work with clients is focused on the intersections of these legal systems that disproportionately impact Black and Brown communities living in poverty.

BDS represents thousands of people each year who have diverse, complex, and multi-faceted legal needs. In addition to a zealous legal defense, our interdisciplinary teams of attorneys, social workers and advocates provide a wide range of legal and advocacy services, including for housing, public benefits, education, and employment. BDS staff work collaboratively and across disciplines to deliver high-quality legal services that serve the people we represent, their families and communities.

BDS’ Family Defense Practice (FDP) is the primary provider of legal representation for parents and caretakers who are accused of neglect or abuse in Brooklyn Family Court and are facing the risk of family separation through foster placement of their child(ren). FDP’s interdisciplinary staff of attorneys, social workers, and advocates provide comprehensive representation to parents which includes robust legal representation and intensive social work intervention. FDP staff works closely with BDS’ other practices to ensure clients have access to a wide range of additional services and resources through our interdisciplinary practice model.

Under the general supervision of a Supervising Attorney, attorneys collaborate with social workers, paralegals and administrative staff to provide comprehensive legal advocacy and representation to clients.

Responsibilities

Attend training program in Fall of 2027.
Develop a caseload over time in which the law graduate/attorney will provide comprehensive representation to parents and caretakers facing the removal of children from intake through the life of a case in Brooklyn Family Court as well as occasional final appeals with the assistance of the Law and Appeals unit.
Work on an interdisciplinary team which includes social workers and paralegals to advance the interests of the client.
Pick up cases in intake, which is the first appearance for the parties. Attorneys generally maintain the cases they are assigned at intake for the life of the case.
Prepare for and litigate hearings and trials in Family Court, including emergency hearings seeking family reunification when appropriate.
Represent their clients in interim appeals.
Prepare and argue written motions seeking increased visitation, family reunification and to achieve other client goals.
Collaborate with BDS staff from our other practice areas, including criminal and civil to forward the goal of holistic services and to provide comprehensive legal assistance to clients.
Meet regularly with assigned supervisor to review cases and discuss case strategy.
Attend regular trainings and meetings to build litigation skills and develop substantive knowledge.
Other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

Juris Doctor (JD) degree anticipated by the start date of the incoming class in September 2027.
Have taken the first available bar exam in NY after graduation.
A strong desire to advocate on behalf of people who are facing family separation.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with interdisciplinary staff members both within the practice and throughout BDS.
Ability to work independently and in a team setting.

Ability to work in a high stress environment, multitask, and be flexible.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage a high-needs caseload, including an ability to prioritize tasks where requests and deadlines are often on short notice.

Position Information

This is an exempt, salaried position in the collective bargaining unit. The normal schedule is Monday to Friday 9am-5pm but there are times where emergencies and/or case preparation may require working outside these hours. The position is based at BDS’s offices, and the courts located in Downtown Brooklyn.

BDS determines salary on a pay scale based on education and experience. The salary for a 2027 law school graduate will be $99,000. BDS offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance and a 403(b) retirement plan. In order to support work/life balance and family-friendly policies, BDS has generous vacation, sick, holiday, family, and medical leave policies.

Application Instructions

Click “Apply Now” to submit a cover letter and resume on our online application portal.

Brooklyn Defender Services is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to celebrating diversity and maintaining an equitable and inclusive work environment. We strongly encourage candidates of all identities, expressions, orientations, disabilities, and experiences to apply. If you require an accommodation due to a disability or another reason, please contact the Managing Director, H.R., Christina Wallace, at cwallace @ bds.org.

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