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Attorney - Opportunity to Transition into high-stakes Aviation Litigation - $200k
Job Description
Aviation Insurance Defense Associate | Manhattan, NY (Hybrid) – Base Salary $200k+
Location/Schedule: Manhattan, NY (Hybrid)
Base Salary: $200k+
Practice: Aviation & Transportation Insurance Defense – High-stakes litigation involving air carriers, insurers, product manufacturers, cargo claims, personal injury, and regulatory matters for domestic and international clients
What stands out about this opportunity:
- Dominant Force in Aviation Law: Lead the charge at a nationally and internationally acclaimed firm with offices across the US (including NYC, DC, Chicago, and more), handling groundbreaking transportation cases in every state and foreign jurisdictions for over decades.
- Culture Beyond the Billable: Revolutionize your work life in an environment that champions quality, collaboration, and client service over rigid hours, promoting adaptability, diversity, and personal investment in your professional growth.
- Elite Client Interactions: Forge deep connections with engaged Fortune 500 and global corporate giants in aviation and aerospace, delivering unparalleled exposure that elevates your practice far above everyday defense routines.
- High-Octane Complex Litigation: Command sophisticated disputes in transportation, product liability, and insurance sectors, litigating from investigation to appeals with a track record of trial victories and strategic wins for top-tier clients.
- Superior Earning Potential: Command a robust $200,000+ base enhanced by performance-driven incentives and comprehensive benefits, reflecting the firm's commitment to rewarding result-oriented excellence.
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 insurance defense litigation experience, ideally in aviation, transportation, product liability, or related high-exposure matters.
- Proven expertise in legal research, drafting (motions, briefs), discovery, trials, and client strategy in complex cases.
No one fits every box perfectly – i f you're energized by aviation defense and close on experience, let's connect confidentially! This is one of several similar roles I'm handling.
If this propels your career forward, reach out for a quick, private discussion.