Associate Attorney

Hawkins Parnell & Young
New York, NY
Job Description
Role Overview

The Associate Attorney will participate in all stages of cases, make court appearances, and develop defense strategies as part of a team of seasoned attorneys handling toxic tort cases and civil litigation.

What You Will Do

The Associate Attorney will manage a caseload of litigated claims, prepare them for trial, attend depositions, hearings, and mediations, analyze discovery, and draft briefs, memos, and client updates.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have experience drafting critical motions, taking and defending depositions, and participating in pretrial motions and discovery disputes. They will thrive in a high-paced environment, requiring exceptional organizational skills, juggling priorities, and adhering to strict 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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