Professional Liability Associate Attorney

A law firm in New York, NY is seeking a Professional Liability Associate Attorney to assist in defending cases across various practice areas including Legal Malpractice, Employment Law, Commercial Liability, and Miscellaneous Professional Liability. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of litigation experience, a command of New York practice, and the ability to conduct depositions and draft dispositive motions with minimal oversight. Strong communication skills and the ability to interact confidently with attorney-clients and other professional clients are essential.

Duties:

• Defend cases in Legal Malpractice, Employment Law, Commercial Liability, and Miscellaneous Professional Liability practice areas.
• Conduct depositions and draft dispositive motions with minimal oversight.
• Interact confidently with attorney-clients and other professional clients.
• Utilize a working knowledge of federal practice, where applicable.
• Collaborate with legal team members to develop case strategies and tactics.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of litigation experience, preferably in professional liability defense.
• Command of New York practice.
• Ability to conduct depositions and draft dispositive motions independently.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confidence in interacting with attorney-clients and professional clients.
• Working knowledge of federal practice is a plus.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the New York Bar.

Skills:

• Litigation experience, particularly in professional liability defense.
• Strong command of New York practice.
• Ability to independently conduct depositions and draft dispositive motions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Confidence in interacting with attorney-clients and other professional clients.
• Working knowledge of federal practice is beneficial.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
• Supportive work environment.