Attorney - Aviation Litigation (Insurance Defense Background) - Hybrid - Up to $200k Base

Location/Schedule: Hybrid (flexible across firm offices – NY, NJ, DC, Chicago, etc.) Base Salary: Up to $200k (plus performance incentives) Practice: Aviation Litigation – Complex aviation accidents, product liability, insurance defense, and transportation-related disputes for airlines, manufacturers, insurers, and aerospace clients. What stands out about this opportunity: Nationally & Internationally Recognized Aviation & Transportation Leader – Join a firm with decades of expertise handling high-profile aviation and transportation matters across the U.S. and globally. Unique Culture That Values Real Strengths – The firm prioritizes quality work, collaboration, and outstanding client service over pure billable hours — creating a more balanced and fulfilling practice. Direct Client-Facing Role with Engaged Corporate Clients – Gain meaningful exposure working directly with major airlines, aerospace companies, and insurers on sophisticated, high-stakes matters. Complex, High-Impact Aviation & Product Liability Work – Handle challenging litigation in aviation disasters, product liability, and transportation sectors at trial and appellate levels. Strong Mentorship, Leadership Growth & Rewards – Opportunity to mentor juniors while building toward leadership in a firm that actively supports career progression and offers competitive compensation up to $200k base with performance incentives. Duties and Responsibilities: Defend airlines, manufacturers, and insurers in complex aviation accident, product liability, and transportation litigation. Manage cases from investigation through discovery, depositions, motion practice, trial, and appeals. Provide coverage analysis and litigation support on aviation insurance and reinsurance matters. Advise clients on risk management, regulatory compliance, and strategic litigation positioning. Core Requirements (Flexibility for Exceptional Candidates): JD and active bar admission (NY/NJ/DC preferred). 4–8+ years of insurance defense or complex litigation experience, ideally with aviation or transportation exposure. Strong trial, deposition, and client counseling skills. #J-18808-Ljbffr We Are Legal Revolution