Litigation Strategist

About the Role

DRC is widely recognized as one of the nation's premier trial strategy and data analysis firms. For nearly 30 years, leading law firms and high-profile litigators have relied on DRC to deliver a measurable strategic advantage in the courtroom. Our work spans jury selection, focus groups, demonstrative evidence, and trial presentation-grounded in social psychology, rigorous research methodologies, and advanced information design.

DRC is seeking a Litigation Strategist with approximately three to seven years of litigation experience and exposure to trial work. The ideal candidate is an excellent writer who can translate complex legal and factual issues into clear, compelling narratives that resonate with jurors.

This role offers an opportunity to focus on the most engaging aspects of litigation: persuasion, storytelling, and trial strategy. Working alongside attorneys, psychologists, researchers, and visual designers, the Litigation Strategist will develop mock-trial presentations, analyze jurors' deliberations, and help trial teams shape their case presentations. It is well suited to an attorney who enjoys being in and around trials and wants to apply that experience beyond the day-to-day demands of discovery and traditional litigation practice.

Key Responsibilities

The Litigation Strategist will report directly to a Director of Litigation Strategy and will be responsible for:

• Mock Trial & Focus Group Development: Conducting case intake, identifying key issues and themes, and drafting presentation materials and scripts modeled on opening statements and closing arguments.
• Research Analysis & Strategic Recommendations: Analyzing juror feedback and deliberations alongside the psychology and research teams, drafting clear written analyses, and translating findings into actionable recommendations for trial.
• Case Themes & Trial Storytelling: Developing persuasive case narratives and helping trial teams communicate complex evidence and legal concepts in ways jurors can understand and remember.
• Demonstrative Aid Conceptualization: Collaborating with visual designers and trial teams to develop compelling demonstrative aids for mock trials, focus groups, and courtroom presentations.
• Legal Analysis & Trial Preparation: Conducting legal research, drafting memoranda, and developing strategies for presenting evidence and testimony. Assisting with opening and closing statements, direct and cross-examination outlines, and witness preparation.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree required.
• At least five years of litigation experience, preferably in a commercial litigation department at a major law firm; trial experience is a plus.
• Strong ability to translate complex legal concepts into clear, compelling arguments, both verbally and visually.
• Experience developing effective case themes and trial narratives that resonate with jurors.
• Ability to work on-site in our New York City office up to five days per week.
• Willingness to travel up to 30%

Pay and benefits

DRC is committed to attracting and retaining exceptional talent by ensuring your professional growth and success. We take pride in providing our employees with a highly competitive compensation package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, a generous flexible PTO policy, a 401(k) participation plan, and a suite of additional benefits for full-time employees.

Compensation: $220,000-$240,000

The indicated salary range for this position reflects the base pay, which is determined by several factors, including but not limited to education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, and geographical location. It does not include overtime compensation, which DRC provides in alignment with state regulations.