Defense Litigation Attorney - Aviation (New York City)

Jobot
New York, NY
Leading National Aviation Law Firm hiring experienced litigation attorneys | $150,000 – $200,000 | Hybrid NYC

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Andrew Harrison
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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
Career Growth / Partner Track:

  • 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

Job Details

Ideal Candidates:

  • 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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Posted 2026-03-27

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