Intellectual Property / Product Liability Attorney – Litigation Supervisor
Full-Time
White Plains, New York
03/13/2025
Compensation: 160000.-275000. /
Benefit Offered: YES
Our client, a prominent, multidisciplined law firm, has an immediate need for an experienced Intellectual Property / Product Liability Litigation Attorney, to join their winning team in White Plains.
Our candidate of choice will be an experienced litigator with a keen interest in or working knowledge of firearms and ammunition for its expanding national litigation practice. This position presents a unique opportunity to engage in a wide-variety of nationwide litigation (as well as non-litigation) matters involving the firearm industry, including product liability, complex commercial, intellectual property and other interesting legal disputes. You will have experience with and strong knowledge of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, from initial pleadings through discovery (fact and expert) and dispositive motion practice. This position would include supervising and being a leader for junior associates and paralegals with potential firm management duties.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/REQUIREMENTS:
- Admission to practice law in the State of New York. Secondary admission to practice law in the State of New Jersey is a plus.
- 7+ years of litigation experience (or thereabouts) with some supervisory responsibilities.
- Previous experience preparing and responding to (1) initial pleadings, (2) motions to dismiss, (3) written fact discovery demands, including requests for production, interrogatories, and requests for admission, (4) written expert discovery demands, including requests for production, interrogatories, and expert witness disclosures, (5) discovery-related motions and meet-and-confer correspondence, (6) Daubert and/or Frye motions, (7) motions for summary judgment, (8) motions in limine, and (9) other trial-related court filings, including requests to charge and verdict sheets.
- Deposition experience is mandatory with the ideal candidate having independently taken and defended depositions.
- Courtroom experience required.
- Welcomes litigation concerning the defense of the firearms industry (not criminals or shooters).
- Litigating commercial, product liability, and other personal injury lawsuits in both federal and state courts.
- Experience in counseling clients on commercial matters.
- Stellar written and oral communication skills.
- Independent case management experience while also having the ability to work with a team.
- Ability to multi-task and handle a robust caseload.
- Experience with firearms and ammunition, either personally or professionally, and/or shooting sports in general is a plus.
WE OFFER:
- Competitive Compensation: Earn $85K–150K BOE with additional benefits.
- Professional Growth: Work in an environment that values continuous improvement and professional development.
- Collaborative Culture: Join a supportive team where your assertiveness and expertise make a tangible impact.
If you are a dedicated litigator who thrives in a challenging environment and enjoys being assertive in your advocacy, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
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