Role OverviewThe Associate Attorney will participate in all stages of cases, make court appearances, and develop case-specific defense strategies. The ideal candidate will have experience drafting critical motions, taking and defending depositions, and participating in pretrial motions and discovery disputes. The Associate Attorney will work in a team of seasoned attorneys handling toxic tort cases and civil litigation.
What You Will Do
Manage a caseload of litigated claims, prepare them for trial, attend depositions, hearings, and/or mediations, analyze discovery, medical records, expert defense strategy, and motion practice, research legal issues, and draft briefs, memos, and client updates.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will be actively licensed and in good standing with the State of New York, have 3-6 years of experience in defense litigation, and substantial deposition experience. The candidate must be able to thrive in a high-paced environment, have exceptional organizational skills, and understand the importance of deadlines.
Requirements
- Actively licensed and in good standing with the State of New York
- New Jersey license STRONGLY preferred in addition to NY
- 3-6 years’ experience in defense litigation, with toxic tort experience a plus
- Substantial deposition experience
- Ability to thrive in a high-paced environment, requiring exceptional organizational skills, juggling priorities, and adhering to strict deadlines
- Client-focused mentality
- Must be a self-starter who can handle multiple projects with competing priorities and understand the importance of deadlines
- Ability to work flexibly and independently within a strong team
Benefits
- Competitive compensation including potential quarterly bonuses, year-end bonuses, and referral incentives
- Hybrid work arrangement
- Mentorship by experienced partners
- Camaraderie through work and social activities with the firm’s local and national attorneys
- Allowance for CLE travel and bar expenses paid by the firm
- Marketing allowance
- 401K plan
- Health & welfare benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans available
- HSA and FSA plans
- Company provided life insurance
- Company paid long-term disability coverage and available short-term disability coverage
- Parental leave
- Employee Assistance Program
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