Mid- / Senior-level Litigation Associate Attorney

Recruiter

New York City, NY

Mid- / Senior-level Litigation Associate Attorney

Attorney

2-8 yrs required

No

A New York City, NY law firm seeks a dedicated and experienced Mid-/Senior-level Litigation Associate Attorney to join their team. The successful candidate will represent a diverse clientele, including business owners, landlords, managing agents, security services organizations, and other commercial entities in general liability litigation.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Represent clients, such as business owners and commercial entities, in general liability litigation.
• Collaborate with team members to develop effective litigation strategies for the defense of general liability actions.
• Draft and review pleadings, discovery documents, memos, briefs, and other legal correspondence and litigation materials.
• Represent clients in court, including participating in depositions, conferences, hearings, and all other aspects of general liability litigation.
• Interact with medical experts to incorporate medical evidence into cases.
• Conduct thorough legal and medical research and analysis.
• Draft and argue motions on behalf of clients.
• Work cooperatively with colleagues and maintain effective client communication to command client confidence.

Requirements:

• Admission to practice law in New York.
• 3+ years of experience in personal injury litigation or comparable litigation experience.
• Familiarity with New York Labor Law is a plus.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with clients and maintain their confidence.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the New York State Bar.

Skills:

• Excellent litigation skills, particularly in general liability matters.
• Proficiency in drafting legal documents and conducting comprehensive legal research.
• Strong interpersonal skills for effective client communication and collaboration with team members.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently and within a team environment.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health and well-being benefits package.
• Discretionary bonus opportunities based on performance.