CVA Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a full-time CVA Associate Attorney in Lake Success, NY. The role involves general civil litigation liability defense with opportunities for partial remote work. The position requires occasional travel to Long Island and offers a dynamic environment in a growing practice area.

Duties

• Conduct and defend depositions independently.
• Handle court appearances with substantial independence.
• Propound and respond to written discovery requests.
• Write pre-answer, discovery, and dispositive motions.
• Communicate promptly and effectively with clients.
• Manage a substantial caseload efficiently.

Requirements

• 5-8 years of experience in general civil litigation liability defense.
• Superior research and writing skills.
• Experience in Family Law, Sexual Abuse/Neglect, or Criminal Law preferred.
• Background in substantial motion practice or appeals preferred.
• Admitted to practice in New York.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.

Certifications

• New York State Bar admission.

Skills

• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Highly motivated and efficient.

Benefits

• Generous Paid-Time-Off (PTO) plan.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• Short and Long Term Disability insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• Dependent Care Account.
• Commuter Expense Account.

Areas of concentration are civil trial and appellate litigation. Law offices are based in Lake Success and New York, New York. Thirty-five skilled attorneys comprise the firm. There are six core areas of practice. A few of their practice disciplines are appellate practice, general liability defense and insurance litigation.