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Michael Lord & Company

<div>Posted: October 08, 2025 
Practice:
 
Location: NY - New York City 
Position: Attorney 
Type: Law Firm 
Experience Level: 11+ Years

I have been exclusively retained by a premier boutique matrimonial firm in midtown Manhattan that seeks to hire an experienced trial attorney capable of immediately stepping in to handle complex, high-net-worth matrimonial trials. The ideal candidate will have extensive courtroom experience&mdash;preferably in matrimonial or family law&mdash;but the firm is open to seasoned commercial litigators with substantial first-chair trial experience and a strong interest in transitioning to this practice. I have made 11 placements with the firm.
<div>Key Responsibilities: 
<ul><li>Serve as trial counsel in contested matrimonial matters</li><li>Manage all aspects of litigation, including discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation</li><li>Advise clients in sensitive, high-stakes disputes involving complex financial and personal issues</li></ul></div>
<div>What the Firm Seeks: 
<ul><li>10+ years of matrimonial or commercial litigation experience</li><li>Significant first-chair trial experience; strong candidates include AUSAs and government prosecutors</li><li>Strong academic credentials</li><li>Matrimonial or family law background preferred but not required</li></ul></div>
<div>What the Firm Offers: 
<ul><li>Base salary of approximately $270,000-$300,000 (possibly more), depending on background and experience</li><li>Discretionary bonus</li><li>Annual billable hours of 1800</li></ul></div>
<div>Work Environment: 
<ul><li>In-office presence required at least four days per week</li><li>Collegial, professional environment with premier clientele and top-tier colleagues</li></ul></div>
For immediate consideration, email your resume to Andrew Gurman at andrew@mlordc.com.</div>

Trial Attorney, Matrimonial Law (Exclusive Search)

Lord Gurman & Lewis LLC

I have been retained by a premier boutique matrimonial firm in midtown Manhattan that seeks to hire an experienced trial attorney capable of immediately stepping in to handle complex, high-net-worth matrimonial trials. The ideal candidate will have extensive courtroom experience&mdash;preferably in matrimonial or family law&mdash;but the firm is open to seasoned commercial litigators with substantial first-chair trial experience and a strong interest in transitioning to this practice. I have placed eleven attorneys with the firm.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Serve as trial counsel in contested matrimonial matters</li><li>Manage all aspects of litigation, including discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation</li><li>Advise clients in sensitive, high-stakes disputes involving complex financial and personal issues</li></ul>What the Firm Seeks:<ul><li>10+ years of matrimonial or commercial litigation experience</li><li>Significant first-chair trial experience; strong candidates include AUSAs and government prosecutors</li><li>Strong academic credentials</li><li>Matrimonial or family law background preferred but not required</li></ul>What the Firm Offers:<ul><li>Base salary of approximately $270,000-$300,000 (possibly more), depending on background and experience</li><li>Discretionary bonus</li><li>Annual billable hours of 1800</li></ul>Work Environment:<ul><li>In-office presence required at least four days per week</li><li>Collegial, professional environment with premier clientele and top-tier colleagues</li></ul>For immediate consideration, email your resume to Andrew Gurman at andrew@mlordc.com.Job Type: Full-timePay: $270,000.00 - $300,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li></ul>Work Location: Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10022

Trial Attorney, Matrimonial Law—NYC (Exclusive Search)

Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP

Overview: 
The New York office of Lewis Brisbois, a full-service AmLaw 100 firm, is actively seeking an attorney to join its General Liability Practice.
 
The ideal candidate will have strong research and writing skills and at least one (1) to seven (7) years of experience in all phases of insurance defense litigation including case management, motion practice, and discovery, as well as handling hearings, depositions, arbitrations, and trials. Admission to the New York Bar is required.
 
Lewis Brisbois' General Liability Practice is comprised of over 600 attorneys nationwide who have successfully represented defendants in significant exposure cases in numerous general liability areas. The group has provided a defense for a myriad of property and personal injury claims, for both businesses and individuals who may be insured or self-insured. While the attorneys within the firm are equipped to handle a wide variety of matters, we excel in the litigation and trial of catastrophic injury, wrongful death, and complex litigation cases. The General Liability Practice partners and senior associates are seasoned and well-respected trial attorneys who have broad trial experience. Our attorneys have been cited by the National Law Journal for obtaining one of the "Top Ten Defense Verdicts of the Year," and have received other prominent recognition.
 
Although we would prefer that you have some insurance defense experience, we are also interested in working with developing talented attorneys who come to us with excellent skills in any litigation arena. If you have substantive litigation experience and are looking for an opportunity in a growing, collaborative firm, we invite you to apply.
 
We offer competitive compensation and in addition, Lewis Brisbois offers a range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401k with employer match.
 
Qualifications: 
#LI-HYBRID
 
#LI-RS1
 
Minimum Salary: USD $135,000.00/Yr. Maximum Salary: USD $175,000.00/Yr.

General Liability Associate Attorney

Overview: 
The New York office of Lewis Brisbois, a full-service AmLaw 100 firm, is actively seeking an attorney to join its General Liability Practice.
 
The ideal candidate will have strong research and writing skills and at least one (1) to seven (7) years of experience with Auto and Transportation cases and experience in all phases of insurance defense litigation including case management, motion practice, and discovery, as well as handling hearings, depositions, arbitrations, and trials. Admission to the New York State Bar is required.
 
Lewis Brisbois' General Liability Practice is comprised of over 600 attorneys nationwide who have successfully represented defendants in significant exposure cases in numerous general liability areas. The group has provided a defense for a myriad of property and personal injury claims, for both businesses and individuals who may be insured or self-insured. While the attorneys within the firm are equipped to handle a wide variety of matters, we excel in the litigation and trial of catastrophic injury, wrongful death, and complex litigation cases. The General Liability Practice partners and senior associates are seasoned and well-respected trial attorneys who have broad trial experience. Our attorneys have been cited by the National Law Journal for obtaining one of the "Top Ten Defense Verdicts of the Year," and have received other prominent recognition.
 
The attorneys of Lewis Brisbois' Transportation Practice are extensively involved in the defense of the trucking industry, representing freight carriers, transportation brokers, truck insurers, public entities, school bus operators, long and short haul truckers, and waste management groups engaged in both intra-state and interstate transportation. We have considerable litigation and trial experience and have dealt with a broad variety of issues that are pervasive in the industry, including negligent hiring and retention, hours of service, Engine Control Module (ECM) data, messaging and positioning data, DOT compliance, and accident reconstruction. Our clients have enjoyed excellent case results through our handling of their matters.
 
Although we would prefer that you have some insurance defense experience, we are also interested in working with developing talented attorneys who come to us with excellent skills in any litigation arena. If you have substantive litigation experience and are looking for an opportunity in a growing, collaborative firm, we invite you to apply.
 
We offer competitive compensation and in addition, Lewis Brisbois offers a range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with employer match.
 
Qualifications: 
#LI-HYBRID
 
#LI-RS1
 
Minimum Salary: USD $135,000.00/Yr. Maximum Salary: USD $175,000.00/Yr.

Auto Transportation Associate Attorney

Overview: 
Lewis Brisbois, a full-service AmLaw 100 firm, is actively seeking an auto accident defense attorney to join its New York office.
 
The ideal candidate will have strong research and writing skills and one (1) to seven (7) years of experience handling automobile accident litigation including case management, motion practice, and discovery, as well as handling hearings, depositions, arbitrations, and trials. Admission to the New York State Bar is required.
 
Lewis Brisbois' General Liability Practice is comprised of over 600 attorneys nationwide who have successfully represented defendants in significant exposure cases in numerous general liability areas. The group has provided a defense for a myriad of property and personal injury claims, for both businesses and individuals who may be insured or self-insured. While the attorneys within the firm are equipped to handle a wide variety of matters, we excel in the litigation and trial of catastrophic injury, wrongful death, and complex litigation cases. The General Liability Practice partners and senior associates are seasoned and well-respected trial attorneys who have broad trial experience. Our attorneys have been cited by the National Law Journal for obtaining one of the "Top Ten Defense Verdicts of the Year," and have received other prominent recognition.
 
Qualified candidates will be comfortable drafting and responding to discovery and initial pleadings, drafting, and arguing motions, as well as taking and defending depositions. Candidates must have strong writing and analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will be a self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
 
We offer competitive compensation and in addition, Lewis Brisbois offers a range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401k with employer match.
 
Qualifications: 
#LI-HYBRID
 
#LI-RS1
 
Minimum Salary: USD $135,000.00/Yr. Maximum Salary: USD $175,000.00/Yr.

Auto Accident Defense Associate Attorney

City of New York

<div>Job Description 
The Bronx District Attorney&rsquo;s Office seeks a well-qualified staff whose diverse backgrounds contribute to serve the 1.4 million members of the Bronx County community and pursue a safer Bronx through fair justice. The Rikers Island Prosecutions Bureau (RIPB), located within the Investigations Division, investigates and prosecutes crimes committed on Rikers Island, which may include the following: contraband smuggling, arson, serious assaults, sex offenses, attempted murder and murder cases. RIPB is seeking an Investigative Assistant District Attorney to conduct long-term investigations and trials. 
 
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: 
 
Conduct investigations 
 
Organize and present grand jury presentations 
 
Prosecute the cases that arise from investigations, including meeting discovery obligations, drafting motions and responses 
 
Engage in plea negotiations, conduct hearings and trials 
 
Maintain current knowledge of investigative methods and proper application of relevant law 
 
Analyze trends of violence on Rikers Island and develop strategies for investigations and prosecutions 
 
Participate in meetings and conferences between the DA&rsquo;s Office and other law enforcement agencies 
 
Clear and effective oral and written communication 
 
Communicate across multiple organizational levels, both internally and externally 
 
Available nights, weekends and holidays 
 
Available to rotate between the Bronx District Attorney&rsquo;s main office on 161st Street in Bronx County and the satellite office on Rikers Island. 
 
Perform other duties as required 
 
ASSISTANT DISTRICT ATTORNEY (S - 30114 
Qualifications 
Juris Doctorate degree and admission to New York State Bar in Good Standing required 
 
US Citizenship and New York State residency are required as of the first day of employment 
 
3+ years of experience conducting investigative and trial work. 
 
Significant experience conducting long term investigations into gang violence, contraband smuggling, arson, serious assaults, sex offenses, and other organized criminal activity 
 
Significant trial experience including, but not limited to, trials involving gangs, contraband smuggling, arson, serious assaults, sex offenses, attempted murder and murder cases 
 
A firm grasp of the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) 
 
Ability to maintain confidentiality of information 
 
Strong legal writing skills 
 
Excellent people skills and demeanor 
 
Ability to maintain confidentiality of information 
 
Ability to exercise good judgment and strong ethics 
 
Excellent computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel 
 
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders 
 
Ability to solve complex issues arising from investigations and case management problems from inception through conclusion both professionally and fairly 
 
Knowledge of NYS courts and the criminal justice system 
Additional Information<div></div> 
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.</div>

Assistant District Attorney - Rikers Island Prosecution

Overview: 
The New York office of Lewis Brisbois, a full-service AmLaw 100 firm, is actively seeking an attorney to join its Transportation Practice.
 
The ideal candidate will be admitted to practice in New York and have at least eight (8+) years of insurance defense experience handling matters involving heavy trucking/tractor trailer and cargo and freight carriers.
 
The attorneys of Lewis Brisbois' Transportation Practice are extensively involved in the defense of the trucking industry, representing freight carriers, transportation brokers, truck insurers, public entities, school bus operators, long and short haul truckers, and waste management groups engaged in both intra-state and interstate transportation. We have considerable litigation and trial experience and have dealt with a broad variety of issues that are pervasive in the industry, including negligent hiring and retention, hours of service, Engine Control Module (ECM) data, messaging and positioning data, DOT compliance, and accident reconstruction. Our clients have enjoyed excellent case results through our handling of their matters.
 
Qualified candidates will be comfortable drafting and responding to discovery and initial pleadings, drafting and arguing motions, as well as taking and defending depositions. Candidates must have strong writing and analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will be a self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
 
We offer competitive compensation and in addition, Lewis Brisbois offers a range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401k with employer match.
 
Qualifications: 
#LI-HYBRID
 
#LI-RS1
 
Minimum Salary: USD $180,000.00/Yr. Maximum Salary: USD $220,000.00/Yr.

Transportation Partner Attorney

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