Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney in New York, NY, to manage local and national accounts. The firm specializes in complex civil litigation, including toxic tort, product liability, and commercial litigation. The role involves working collaboratively to achieve optimal results for clients.

Duties

• Independently manage a litigation caseload
• Conduct depositions
• Prepare witnesses for deposition and trial
• Review and analyze discovery requests
• Prepare and respond to discovery requests, pleadings, and motions
• Support trial preparation
• Maintain accurate time records

Requirements

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
• One or more years of experience
• Admitted to practice in New Jersey and/or New York
• Experience with motion practice and depositions
• Experience leading plaintiff and expert depositions
• Capable of independent work
• Organized and efficient work style
• Superior research and writing skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to analyze complex matters

Education

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school

Certifications

• Admitted to practice in New Jersey and/or New York

Skills

• Superior research and writing skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to analyze complex matters

Benefits

• Hybrid work environment
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k)

This national litigation firm specializes in a wide range of practice areas. With 14 offices throughout the United States, this firm has extensive experience and judgment to take cases successfully to trial. The firm strives to maintain a diverse workforce to bring new perspectives, creative thinking, and ideas. The firm and the attorneys are recognized annually by the most respected peer-review publications and rating organizations.