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Assistant Managing Attorney — Litigation, New York

  • LocationNew York, New York
  • Work typeOn-site
  • Experience3+ PQE
  • Compensation$225k–$250k
  • PracticeLitigation

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Seeking an Assistant Managing Attorney to support a major dispute-resolution practice by overseeing procedural strategy, calendaring, and court-facing operations from matter commencement through resolution. The role focuses on mitigating litigation risk, ensuring compliance with court rules and local practices, and improving operational efficiency.

The position partners with litigators, the Managing Attorney, and professional staff to advise on procedural issues, review court submissions, manage docketing and deadlines, and deploy litigation technology to streamline workflows. Responsibilities include research, internal training (CLEs), and supervising/manage professional staff within the Managing Attorney’s office.

  • JD and active bar membership in good standing in New York or California
  • Minimum of 3 years' experience as a litigator or in a supervisory/managing-attorney or clerk's office role
  • Strong knowledge of federal and state civil procedure and court practices
  • Experience with litigation technology and court filing/databases and strong calendaring/docketing skills
  • Proven ability to train/supervise professional staff and work collaboratively in a fast-paced practice

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