Civil Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Civil Litigation Associate Attorney in New York, NY. This role offers a hybrid work environment, focusing on Automobile and Premises Liability cases. Candidates with 2-10 years of experience in defense litigation are encouraged to apply.

Duties

• Manage caseload from inception to resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery requests.
• Prepare for and attend depositions, hearings, and trials.
• Engage with clients, experts, and attorneys to develop litigation strategies.
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Admission to the New York State Bar.
• 2 to 10 years of experience in Automobile and Premises Liability cases, preferably defense.
• Proficiency in drafting and arguing dispositive motions.
• Strong advocacy and communication skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the New York State Bar.

Skills

• Legal research and writing.
• Case management and strategy development.
• Effective communication and advocacy.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Life Insurance.
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Flexible Paid Time Off.
• Mobile Phone Reimbursement.
• Associate Education Program.

Recognized as one of the leading litigation firms in the Northeast, this firm works with its clients in diverse practice areas, including commercial and business litigation; product liability and tort litigation; construction; environmental; hospitals and health systems; employment and labor; toxic tort and health sciences; professional liability; risk management; insurance and reinsurance; subrogation recovery; appellate; admiralty; aviation; emerging business; regulatory and transactional; property; transportation law; and workers' compensation.