Litigation Attorney

About the company Our client is a fast-growing legal technology company. The role Raydar is recruiting for this role on behalf of our client. Take on a varied set of contentious matters as the first attorney hired on a small team, carrying each case from the first client contact through to resolution. The work pairs hands-on case management with direct client dialogue and regular input on the internal software the team uses. What you'll do - Manage litigation matters independently, from initial client intake through discovery, depositions and settlement. - Handle both defense and plaintiff-side matters across different practice areas. - Front the conversations with prospective clients that open new cases and earn their confidence. - Use the firm's internal legal software and share product feedback with engineers. - Learn unfamiliar case types quickly as the practice takes on new kinds of work. Requirements What we're looking for - Several years of contentious case work, preferably gained at a smaller or plaintiff-oriented practice rather than solely at a large firm. - Hands-on experience speaking with clients directly, such as running intake calls, handling engagement paperwork or discussing strategy. - Bar admission in at least one U.S. state, with New York preferred. - J.D. from an accredited law school. - Skill at walking people without legal training through a plan and bringing engagements to a signed close. - Able to run a matter end-to-end and work independently across different case types. - Willingness to adopt AI-driven software in day-to-day legal work, plus real curiosity about startups and emerging technology. - Based in New York and willing to work in person five days per week. Bonus points - Background in employment-side plaintiff matters, consumer protection cases or large group claims. - Experience at a startup, legal aid organization or non-traditional legal setting. Benefits Compensation and benefits - Base salary: $140K to $180K - Equity - Performance bonus - Flexible working hours Location and work model - New York, NY, United States - On-site, in person five days per week - Full-time - Relocation considered for strong candidates