Defense Litigation Attorney - Aviation (New York City)
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Salary: $150,000 - $225,000 per year A bit about us: A well-established defense litigation firm with a national aviation practice is actively expanding and hiring attorneys at multiple experience levels. The firm represents airlines, airports, aviation service providers, and related entities in high-stakes litigation nationwide. This is a hybrid opportunity offering real flexibility, reasonable billable expectations, and compensation that scales with experience and productivity. Why join us? Benefits & Perks:
- Competitive base salary + strong bonus structure
- Hybrid work environment with flexibility that increases with seniority
- 25 days PTO for all attorneys
- Medical benefits heavily subsidized by the firm - Multiple plan options, including no-cost plans for individual employees
- 401(k) with firm match
- Hiring from mid-level associates through partners
- No rigid “years-to-partner” timeline
- Advancement based on performance, client management, and leadership
- Trial and deposition experience valued but not required
- Collegial, collaborative culture with hands-on partners and no egos
- Defense litigation attorneys across experience levels (roughly 2nd year through Partner)
- Aviation-related litigation experience is a strong plus but not required — attorneys with backgrounds in general liability, premises liability, product liability, construction accidents, or PI defense are encouraged to apply
- Experience representing airlines, airports, or aviation-adjacent entities is highly valued where applicable
- Comfortable managing cases independently or growing into that role with mentorship
- Interested in flexibility, reasonable hours, and compensation tied to performance
- Bar admission in IL, NY, and/or FL (depending on office location)
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