Join a team built for complex litigation, strategic thinking, professional growth, and a workplace culture that values talent without the stiffness.
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DLEI&D is a boutique trial-focused law firm specializing in complex civil defense litigation and appeals, with a focus on building fraud defenses. Our firm positions each matter with an eye towards ensuring cases are trial-ready from the outset – situating for optimal negotiation, resolution, or courtroom presentation. Our team takes pride in being technically sharp, strategically aggressive, and always approachable. DLEI&D challenges traditional defense approach: rethinking conventional legal strategies, often achieving outcomes that significantly outperform traditional approaches.
Our associates gain hands-on exposure to meaningful legal work, collaborate with experienced attorneys, and strengthen their research, critical-thinking, attention-to-detail, and strategic problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment. DLEI&D provides opportunities to assist with all facets of defense litigation including exposure to motion practice, depositions, mediations, trials, and appellate practice.
Long Island/New York City Office | Growing and Dynamic Litigation Firm
Our Long Island office is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented first-, second-, or third-year attorney or graduate awaiting admission to join our expanding litigation team. As a growing and ambitious law firm, we offer early-career attorneys a unique opportunity to work closely with experienced attorneys, gain meaningful hands-on experience, and play an active role in sophisticated litigation matters from day one. Our practice focuses on trial and appellate work surrounding complex civil defense litigation and suspected fraud. We are committed to providing substantive legal experience in a collaborative environment.
What You’ll Do
Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, motions, and other litigation documents
Assist attorneys with case analysis, discovery, and deposition preparation
Attend court appearances, depositions, mediation/settlement conferences, and client meetings
Observe litigation strategy development and case management
Work directly with attorneys on active and challenging matters
Gain hands-on experience in motion practice and trial work
Why Join Us?
Meaningful, hands-on litigation and trial experience
Direct mentorship from experienced trial attorneys
Exposure to all phases of the litigation process, from pre-suit investigation through trial and appeals
A collaborative and entrepreneurial environment
Opportunity to build professional relationships and develop practical skills
Substantial growth opportunities
Qualifications
First-, second-, or third-year attorney, or law school graduate awaiting admission to the bar
Strong academic record
Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills
Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities
Demonstrated interest in litigation and legal advocacy
This position is ideal for early-career attorneys seeking to make a meaningful contribution, strengthen their litigation skills, and grow with an emerging, forward-thinking law firm. We encourage you to apply.
*To apply send an email to hr@dleid.com with your cover letter, resume and writing sample.