Legal Jobs in Hempstead

ABOUT THE JOB

GOAT USA is looking for a strategic Director of Merchandising to lead our product vision and assortment strategy. This role is key in shaping seasonal lines, driving category direction, and ensuring our assortments align with both brand identity and business goals.

Reporting to the VP of Planning, this person will partner closely with Product Development, Design, and Wholesale to build compelling assortments, analyze performance, and guide product direction. The ideal candidate is both creative and analytical, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and can balance trend insight with strong business awareness.

Job Title

Director of Merchandising

Job Purpose

The Director of Merchandising is responsible for leading the overall merchandising strategy and seasonal line direction for GOAT USA. This role drives category vision and assortment architecture through a deep understanding of fashion trends, customer insights, market dynamics, and the financial economics behind the products. The Director of Merchandising partners closely with Product Development to provide clear guidance on line development, ensuring assortments align with brand positioning, customer demand, and margin objectives. This role also collaborates with the Wholesale team to understand account needs and ensure product offerings support key retail partners. The Director of Merchandising connects brand vision with financial performance, ensuring our product assortments deliver on both creative and business goals.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and lead seasonal merchandising strategies and assortment plans across all categories.
• Identify and interpret fashion trends, translating insights into viable product direction.
• Provide strategic guidance to Product Development on line development, pricing strategy, and assortment depth.
• Ensure strong understanding of product economics, including margins, and cost structures, to support financial targets.
• Analyze sales performance, inventory, and market data to inform in-season actions and future seasonal planning.
• Align on merchandising strategies with sales forecasts, inventory targets, and margin goals.
• Collaborate with the Wholesale team to understand customer needs and tailor assortments to support account growth.
• Work closely with Design, Product Development, and Production to ensure product execution aligns with brand and delivery timelines.
• Monitor competitive landscape and emerging market trends to identify opportunities and risks.
• Lead and participate in line reviews and key product milestone meetings.
• Partner with E-Commerce, Marketing, and Retail teams to support product storytelling and successful seasonal launches.
• Maintain a strong understanding of the GOAT USA customer and ensure assortments consistently reflect brand identity and consumer expectations.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 10 years’ experience in retail apparel.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong communication, leadership and team management skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills.
• Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Ability to communicate effectively in English
• Full-Time, exempt.
• Normal working hours are from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday; must be flexible to work evenings and occasional weekends.
• Location: Plainview, NY

ABOUT US

GOAT USA, founded on Long Island in 2016, is a dynamic athletic lifestyle fashion brand known for delivering high-quality products and a customer-first experience. Our brand embodies the aspirational motto, “Ordinary People Do Extraordinary Things,” represented by our iconic logo, Chuck the GOAT. We inspire everyone to be the GOAT!

Our growth is fueled by strong connections, whether through live event pop-ups across the country, our e-commerce website, brick-and-mortar stores, or partnerships with leading retailers in the industry. With a team of over 150 employees (and growing), GOAT USA fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and camaraderie, making it an exciting place to work and grow.

Please visit our Instagram at @goatusa and our website, for a better understanding of the brand, product line, and founder’s story.

Full Time U.S. Employee Benefits Include

• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid Holidays
• Weekly free lunch, drinks, & snacks
• Health Insurance
• DCA/ FSA account
• Employee discount
• And more

Life at GOAT USA

Life at GOAT USA is dynamic, fun, and welcoming, where every team member contributes to our energetic and collaborative culture. We believe in celebrating our team with perks like free lunch once a week, complementary drinks and snacks, and generous discounts on all GOAT USA products. Join us and be part of a company that values passion, creativity, and community!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

GOAT USA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. GOAT USA considers all qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Job Description

Position: Senior Staff Attorney (Insurance Defense)

Location: Remote (Court appearances in Queens, Nassau & Suffolk Counties, NY)

Employment Type: 3 months Contract

Compensation: $120–$150/hour

Description:

A leading insurance organization is seeking a Senior Staff Attorney with strong litigation expertise to manage complex insurance defense matters. This role is ideal for a seasoned attorney who can independently handle cases from inception through trial, particularly in premises liability and auto liability matters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage high-exposure litigation cases involving premises and automobile liability
• Develop and execute defense strategies with minimal supervision
• Draft and review:
• Pleadings
• Motions & briefs
• Discovery responses
• Conduct:
• Depositions
• Legal research
• Motion arguments
• Represent clients in court proceedings across Queens, Nassau, and Suffolk Counties
• Communicate effectively with:
• Clients
• Claims partners
• Opposing counsel
• Courts
• Provide legal opinions and case assessments to internal stakeholders
• Ensure timely and efficient case resolution

Required Qualifications :

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active New York Bar license (in good standing)
• Minimum 10+ years of insurance defense litigation experience
• Strong experience in:
• Premises liability
• Auto liability (commercial & personal)
• Ability to handle cases independently (A–Z)
• Excellent:
• Legal writing
• Research
• Organizational skills
• Familiarity with NY courts (Queens, Nassau, Suffolk preferred)
• Strong communication and tech proficiency (AI tools exposure is a plus)

Preferred :

• Admission to Federal Courts
• Experience handling high-value / complex litigation matters

Junior Insurance Defense Associate | New York, NY (Fully Remote) – Base Salary $165k

Location/Schedule: New York, NY (Fully Remote)

Base Salary: $165k+

Practice: Insurance Defense Litigation – General liability, premises liability, motor vehicle accidents, and high-stakes defense for insurers, municipalities, and corporate clients

What stands out about this opportunity:

• Ultimate Flexibility – Enjoy complete remote freedom with no rigid office mandates, as long as clients are delighted and objectives are achieved.
• Explosive Growth Trajectory – Dive into a firm expanding aggressively, adding up to six attorneys across levels purely for growth, opening doors to rapid career progression.
• Trailblazing Legacy – Align with NYC's premier insurance defense powerhouse since 1952, boasting over 70 yeas of trial triumphs and industry-leading advocacy.
• Empowering, Inclusive Culture – Flourish in New York State's largest women-owned law firm, where supportive teamwork and internal promotions (with plenty of upward mobility) fuel your success.
• Lucrative Rewards – Secure structured monthly bonuses up to $1,500, plus generous discretionary year-end bonuses reaching $18,000, amplifying your earning potential.

Core Requirements (Flexibility for Exceptional Candidates):

• JD from an accredited law school and active New York State Bar admission (additional jurisdictions a plus).
• 1–3 years of relevant litigation experience, ideally in insurance defense, general liability, premises liability, or related tort matters.
• Sharp skills in legal research, drafting (motions, briefs), discovery, and client-focused communication in dynamic cases.

No one fits every box perfectly - if you're driven by insurance defense and close on experience, let's connect confidentially! This is one of several similar roles I'm handling.

If this ignites your interest, drop me a line for a no-obligation chat.

working/work at home options are available for this role.

Senior Insurance Defense Associate | New York, NY (Fully Remote) – Base Salary $215k+

Location/Schedule: New York, NY (Fully Remote)

Base Salary: $215k+

Practice: Insurance Defense Litigation – General liability, premises liability, motor vehicle accidents, and high-stakes defense for insurers, municipalities, and corporate clients

What stands out about this opportunity:

• Remote Autonomy – Command your schedule in a fully remote setup, prioritizing client satisfaction and results over traditional office constraints.
• Strategic Firm Expansion – Step into a high-demand role amid surging growth, with plans to onboard up to six attorneys at diverse levels to tackle complex challenges.
• Elite, Battle-Tested Reputation – Harness the prestige of a 70+ year NYC insurance defense leader, renowned for decisive victories in tort and negligence battles.
• Collaborative, Forward-Thinking Environment – Advance in the state's top women-owned firm, celebrated for fostering strong colleague bonds, incentives, and proven paths to partnership.
• High-Impact Incentives – Boost your compensation with structured monthly bonuses of $1,000–$1,500, alongside substantial year-end discretionary bonuses up to $18,000.

Core Requirements (Flexibility for Exceptional Candidates):

• JD from an accredited law school and active New York State Bar admission (additional jurisdictions a plus).
• 5+ years of relevant litigation experience, ideally in insurance defense, general liability, premises liability, or related tort matters.
• Advanced skills in legal research, drafting (motions, briefs), depositions, trial prep, and strategic client advisement in high-exposure cases.

No one fits every box perfectly - if you're passionate about insurance defense and close on experience, let's talk confidentially! This is one of several similar roles I'm handling.

If this sparks your ambition, reach out for a quick, private discussion.

working/work at home options are available for this role.

No-Fault Litigation Associate | New York, NY (Fully Remote) – Base Salary $150,000+

Location/Schedule: New York, NY (Fully Remote)

Base Salary: $150,000+

Practice: No-Fault / PIP Litigation – Defending insurers in New York no-fault/PIP arbitrations, hearings, and court proceedings; handling serious injury threshold motions, coverage disputes, IME challenges, provider billing fraud, and related personal injury defense matters for national and regional carriers

What stands out about this opportunity:

• Ultimate Remote Flexibility – Enjoy complete freedom to work remotely with no rigid office mandates, as long as client needs are met and deliverables are on time - in a firm that trusts results over presence.
• Lucrative Structured Bonuses – Boost your earnings with monthly bonuses of $1,000 for strong performance and $1,500 at higher tiers, plus generous discretionary year-end bonuses up to $18,000 total, rewarding consistent contributions.
• Pure Growth Hiring – This is an addition for expansion (not replacement), with the firm actively scaling to hire up to six attorneys at various levels to support surging caseloads and market demand.
• Established Insurance Defense Leader – Join one of NYC's most respected firms since 1952, the largest women-owned law firm in New York State, with over 70 years of excellence in no-fault/PIP and tort defense across state courts.
• Competitive Entry Rewards – Secure a solid $150,000+ base enhanced by performance bonuses and benefits in a supportive, agile environment that combines big-firm resources with boutique personal service.

Core Requirements (Flexibility for Exceptional Candidates):

• JD from an accredited law school and active New York State Bar admission (additional jurisdictions a plus).
• 1 - 4 years of experience in no-fault/PIP litigation, insurance defense, personal injury defense, or related civil matters (strong recent grads with relevant internships considered).
• Solid skills in arbitration, motions (threshold/serious injury), discovery, client communication, and advocating in no-fault hearings/courts.

If this fits your remote litigation goals, reach out for a quick, private chat.

working/work at home options are available for this role.

Insurance Defense Associate | Garden City, NY (Hybrid) – Base Salary $180k+

Location/Schedule: Garden City. NY (hybrid)

Base Salary: $180k+

Practice: Insurance Defense Litigation – General liability, auto claims, premises liability, professional liability, employment disputes, and high-stakes defense for insurers and Fortune 500 clients

What stands out about this opportunity:

• Award-Winning Workplace – Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the “Best Places to Work 2024,” celebrating a flexible, innovative culture that prioritizes work-life balance and excellence.
• Mentorship Powerhouse – Immerse yourself in a robust training program with real-world litigation coaching and professional development, designed to accelerate your skills alongside top-tier attorneys.
• Unmatched Retention – Join a firm where loyalty reigns supreme—boasting exceptionally low turnover with "nobody leaving," thanks to a supportive, collaborative environment that values long-term careers.
• Expansive National Reach – Leverage a powerhouse platform serving hundreds of carrier clients and Fortune 500 giants like FedEx, Lyft, and USAA, offering diverse, high-profile cases across the U.S.
• Generous Rewards Package – Earn a strong $180,000+ base enhanced by yearly bonuses, 401(k) matching, and premium benefits, fueling your financial and professional success.

Core Requirements (Flexibility for Exceptional Candidates):

• JD from an accredited law school and active New York State Bar admission (additional jurisdictions a plus).
• 3+ years of relevant litigation experience, ideally in insurance defense, general liability, auto, premises, or employment matters.
• Proficient in legal research, drafting (motions, briefs), discovery, negotiations, and client advocacy in complex cases.

No one fits every box perfectly - if you're motivated by defense litigation and close on experience,

let's connect confidentially! This is one of several similar roles I'm handling.

If this excites your career vision, reach out for a quick, private conversation.

working/work at home options are available for this role.

Salary: $75,000.00 - $125,000.00 annually

Job description:

About Us:

Bell Law Group is a well-established law firm with a stellar reputation, as reflected in our outstanding client reviews. We offer a dynamic practice that provides a rare opportunity to work on both plaintiff and defense cases, ensuring a balance of stability and high-value litigation. We focus our practice on personal injury law and employment law, and we pride ourselves on offering a collegial work environment with ample growth opportunities.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a motivated Associate Attorney to join our team (1-3 years experience). The ideal candidate will have experience in either insurance defense work or plaintiff personal injury litigation. This dual-sided practice allows you to experience the stability of defense work with hourly fees, while also engaging in challenging and rewarding plaintiff personal injury litigation.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is eager to break out of the monotony of a one-dimensional legal career.

Responsibilities:

• Handle all aspects of litigation, including court appearances, depositions, motion practice, and discovery.
• Represent clients in both plaintiff and defense personal injury cases.
• Engage in business development activities to generate new clients and cases.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys to grow your skill set both in the courtroom and in managing the business of law.
• Participate in a dynamic, team-oriented work environment.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in personal injury litigation, either in insurance defense or plaintiff-side practice.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

What We Offer:

• Career Growth: Opportunities for development as both a litigator and a business development professional.
• Comprehensive Benefits: 401(k) with matching, health insurance, and other perks.
• Collegial and Supportive Environment: Work with a team of experienced professionals in a supportive and collaborative setting.
• High Earning Potential: Opportunity to generate business and reap the rewards of your efforts.

How to Apply:

If you're looking to take your legal career to the next level, thrive in both defense and plaintiff practice, and enjoy the benefits of entrepreneurial growth within a stable environment, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the position.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Insurance Coverage Attorney | Manhattan, NY (Remote/Flexible) – Base Salary $225k+

Location/Schedule: Manhattan, NY (Fully Remote or Hybrid – Flexible arrangements available)

Base Salary: $225k

Practice: Insurance Coverage Litigation – Complex commercial disputes, bad faith claims, liability, property, professional liability, D&O, business interruption, and nationwide coverage opinions for U.S. and global insurers including Lloyd's syndicates

What stands out about this opportunity:

• Nationwide Power Player for Insurers: Command coverage battles across the entire U.S. at a specialized firm trusted by global giants and Lloyd's syndicates, delivering decisive opinions and victories in high-stakes commercial disputes from trial courts to federal appeals.
• Appellate & Trial Mastery: Elevate your practice with decades-deep experience litigating bad faith, property, D&O, E&O, and multi-policy exposures—where attorneys routinely shape outcomes in state and federal courts for sophisticated insurer clients.
• Strategic, Insightful Culture: Join a results-driven team that provides measured, innovative counsel on complex coverage positions, allowing you to guide major carriers through intricate disputes with real impact and autonomy.
• Remote Freedom with Big-Case Exposure: Enjoy full remote flexibility (or hybrid from Manhattan) while tackling nationwide matters that demand sharp analysis and bold advocacy—no routine defense grind here, just high-level coverage strategy.
• Top-Tier Rewards for Expertise: Lock in a premium $225,000+ base plus performance incentives and robust benefits, reflecting the firm's commitment to compensating attorneys who deliver standout results in this specialized arena.

Core Requirements (Flexibility for Exceptional Candidates):

• JD from an accredited law school and active New York State Bar admission (additional jurisdictions a plus).
• 3+ years of relevant experience in insurance coverage litigation, opinions, bad faith, or related commercial disputes (senior roles open for more seasoned candidates).
• Strong skills in policy analysis, legal research, drafting opinions/briefs, negotiations, and advocating in trial/appellate settings.

No one fits every box perfectly - if you're passionate about insurance coverage and close on experience, let's connect confidentially! This is one of several similar roles I'm handling.

If this fires up your interest in cutting-edge coverage work, reach out for a quick, private chat.

working/work at home options are available for this role.

Our client, a midsize general practice law firm on Long Island, is seeking to add a Litigation Legal Assistant (or Paralegal) to their team. This position will be 4 days on site and 1 day remote.

Word (including creating table of contents/table of authorities/bookmarking documents

Excel

Attorney timekeeping program (Juris)

Bates-stamping for document productions

Dictation/transcription both from Phillips SpeechExec and Philips mini cassettes

Preparing Supreme Court and Surrogate Court papers, motions, briefs, affidavits, affirmations, litigation backs, etc., prepare and gather exhibits and prepare exhibit lists (work independently in gathering exhibits and documents)

Efile in all New York courts, including Supreme Courts; Surrogate’s Courts; Federal Courts (PACER); Court of Appeals; and New Jersey courts

Monitor attorneys’ eTracks

Must possess strong organizational skills and must be able to work independently

Answering phones and coordinating calls and meetings with clients using conference calling or Zoom

Calendaring deadlines in attorneys’ Outlook calendars

Maintaining (additions/revisions) to attorneys’ contacts in Outlook

Coordinating with vendors when scheduling depositions, appellate printing requirements, and process servers for service of papers

Transportation Manager(Food Industry)

2nd Shift

• Experience in Transportation Supervision
• Complete understanding of DOT Rules and Regulations
• Ensure all transportation activities meet food‑grade handling, sanitation, and temperature‑control standards.
• Support HACCP, GMP, and other food‑safety programs related to transport and loading/unloading.

Oversees all transportation and delivery operations for a high‑volume food manufacturing or distribution environment. Ensures safe, compliant, and efficient fleet performance while maintaining strict adherence to DOT/FMCSR regulations and food‑safety standards. Leads driver teams, supervises routing and dispatch, manages fleet safety programs, and partners with warehouse and operations leadership to deliver exceptional customer service.

Are you looking to make a career change to a stable company? This exciting opportunity offers a competitive salary plus an excellent benefits package including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance and paid PTO.Does this position match your future career goals? Then this opportunity could be the right fit for you.

Employment Type:

Permanent Full-time

Why should you apply?

• Excellent work environment with growth opportunities
• Great Benefits
• Financial Growth

Responsibilities:

• Manage and improve operational practices.
• Allocate resources and materials to meet project deadlines.
• Track and forecast operational trends and analysis.
• Must be able to maintain and grow existing business.
• Ensure all transportation activities meet food‑grade handling, sanitation, and temperature‑control standards.
• Support HACCP, GMP, and other food‑safety programs related to transport and loading/unloading.
• Monitor operational performance, assess quality and delivery requirements, track KPI metrics, and publish monthly results.
• Oversee all team operations, ensuring projects are completed on time and on budget.
• Maintain and monitor DOT compliance for all company drivers and vehicles.
• Ensure driver qualification files, medical cards, vehicle inspections, and Hours of Service (HOS) logs meet FMCSA requirements.
• Conduct periodic internal audits to verify compliance and readiness for DOT, insurance, or third‑party reviews.
• Lead post‑incident reviews involving fleet or driver activity and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Partner with fleet maintenance to ensure all vehicles meet regulatory and company safety standards.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 plusyears of transportation or fleet management experience, preferably in the food manufacturing or distribution industry.
• Prior experience in manufacturing or logistics environments strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, FMCSA, and DOT regulations.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and analytical problem‑solving skills.
• Experience in Transportation Supervision.
• Complete understanding of DOT Rules and Regulations.
• Previous experience in operations or other related fields.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong project management skills.
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Strong leadership qualities.

Benefits:

• Great Pay
• Very Competitive Benefits Package
• Excellent work environment with growth opportunities
• Immediate Hire

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