Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm is seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney with 3-5 years of experience to join their team in Albany, NY. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication, legal advocacy, and excellent writing skills. Federal Court experience is preferred. The successful candidate must demonstrate excellent analytical skills, as well as verbal and written communication skills. They should be a self-starter, eager for immediate, direct client contact. A New York Bar license is required.

Job Overview: The Litigation Associate Attorney will be responsible for handling a variety of litigation matters, including but not limited to drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs, conducting legal research, representing clients in court hearings, and providing legal counsel to clients.

Duties:

• Draft pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Conduct legal research on various issues.
• Represent clients in court hearings and other legal proceedings.
• Provide legal counsel and guidance to clients.
• Collaborate with partners and senior attorneys on case strategy and management.
• Attend depositions, mediations, and settlement negotiations.
• Maintain accurate and organized case files and documentation.

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of experience as a Litigation Associate Attorney.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Legal advocacy skills.
• Excellent writing abilities.
• Federal Court experience preferred.
• Strong analytical skills.
• New York Bar license required.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• New York Bar license.

Skills:

• Legal research proficiency.
• Courtroom experience.
• Case management skills.
• Client counseling abilities.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits offered: The firm offers comprehensive benefits including:

• Highmark BCBS PPO/POS plans with 4 medical options, including 2 HDHP/HSA-qualified plans.
• Dental plan with orthodontic coverage.
• Vision plan.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Paid time off (PTO) inclusive of vacation, sick, and personal leave.
• 401(k) with guaranteed safe harbor contribution plus profit sharing.
• Term Life and AD&D.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• Additional Voluntary Benefits: Specified Disease, Hospital, and Accident plans.
• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health support.
• Legal work discount program.

This firm has offices located in Canada, New York, Albany, and Buffalo. This firm has an expanded view of business as well as experience that gives them the ability to truly be partners with clients. This firm has been practicing as a full service law firm for over 50 years. Some of this firm's practice areas include real estate, trusts and estates, immigration, technology and life sciences, private equity, healthcare and life sciences, family business, labor and employment, intellectual property, banking and financial transactions, and franchising and licensing.