Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Litigation Associate with over four years of experience to join its dynamic team in New York. The ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive skill set in complex litigation and demonstrate a commitment to supporting the growth of the practice through various client development activities.

Duties

• Conduct legal research and draft briefs.
• Manage document production and discovery processes.
• Contribute to articles and attend speaking engagements.
• Participate in client development activities.
• Collaborate effectively with team members.

Requirements

• JD or LLM from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Admitted or eligible for admission in New York.
• 4+ years of experience in complex litigation.
• Judicial clerkship experience is a plus.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Professionalism in client and colleague interactions.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective collaboration in team settings.

Education

• JD or LLM from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admitted or eligible for admission in New York.

Skills

• Complex litigation expertise.
• Legal research and brief-writing proficiency.
• Document production and discovery management.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.

Built on excellence and driven by change, this AmLaw 100 firm is appealing to associates for its nimble, collaborative legal teams addressing the shifting legal and regulatory requirements of the global market?s most competitive industries. Associates regard the firm as one of the ?heathiest work environments? they have worked in, as well as dealing with interesting work and early responsibility or junior associates. The firm is dedicated to pro bono work, using their program to provide training and guidance for associates. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.