Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Litigation Associate in New York, NY with 3-5 years of experience. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong writing skills and the ability to lead and support litigation teams. A background in science or patent experience is advantageous. Federal or state judicial clerkship and foreign-language skills are beneficial but not mandatory.

Duties

• Lead and support litigation teams effectively.
• Provide superior client service and satisfaction.
• Collaborate with litigation partners on various cases.

Requirements

• Admission to the NY bar or eligibility to waive in.
• 3-5 years of experience in commercial litigation.
• Strong writing and communication skills.

Education

• Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• NY bar admission or eligibility to waive in.

Skills

• Leadership and team collaboration.
• Superior client service orientation.
• Foreign-language skills (preferred).

Benefits

• Monthly professional individual coaching.
• 12 vacation days plus 10 personal days, increasing to 20 vacation days and 10 personal days after 1 year.
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance.

Established more than 90 years ago, this reputed law firm is headquartered in New York. It focuses specifically on trusts, estates, and estate planning. The attorneys here deal with complex issues related to nine areas of practice, including art law, corporate, estates, trusts-planning, immigration, and intellectual property.