Litigation Associate: Case Management Role

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced litigation attorney to manage a dedicated docket of matters and provide day-to-day case administration in New York, NY. The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and capable of independently handling a variety of tasks across the lifecycle of litigation. This role requires strong judgment and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment.

Duties

• Independently oversee and maintain a large docket of active matters.
• Track deadlines and ensure compliance with procedural requirements.
• Coordinate filings, hearing schedules, and discovery workflows.
• Serve as the primary contact for case activity specific to an assigned partner/client.
• Prepare case summaries, timelines, and status updates.
• Draft, review, and revise pleadings, motions, and memoranda.
• Conduct legal research and provide practical analyses and recommendations.
• Support deposition preparation, witness interviews, and trial preparation.
• Communicate directly with clients to provide updates and respond to inquiries.
• Work closely with internal teams and coordinate with outside counsel as needed.

Requirements

• 5+ years of relevant experience in a law firm or high-volume legal environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a sizable docket with minimal supervision.
• Excellent legal writing, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.
• Strong project management skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize competing deadlines.
• Client-service orientation with a proactive approach.

Education

• JD from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Bar admission in an attorney's resident and/or affiliated office; California bar admission a plus.

Skills

• Legal writing and analytical skills.
• Organizational and project management skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.

Benefits

• Health benefits, life insurance, and disability income protection.
• Paid parental leave.
• Retirement savings and planning.
• College coaching, child and elder care offerings.
• Hybrid work policy.

Ranked as one of the Best Law Firm for Firm Culture and for Associate/Partner Relations, associates regard this firm as having a good work/life balance with down to earth and respectful people. Associates have great opportunities to work on complex matters in a friendly atmosphere with good long-term prospects. Additionally, the attorneys take seriously their professional and moral duty to assist the underrepresented. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.