Associate
Hybrid, New York City, NY, USA
Litigation
Practice Area:
Job Description:
Our Client is seeking a Litigation Attorney with 1 to 4 years of experience to work with their practice focused on the defense of a myriad of complex general liability matters, including (but not limited to) New York Labor Law, premises liability, catastrophic injury, hospitality, transportation, and negligent security. The ideal candidate is proactive, motivated, and organized and possesses superior writing skills. The Associate will interact with our clients, and other domestic and international insurers in this space and with other latent type insurance claims.
Responsibilities
In this role, you will:
Manage a caseload of 25-30 matters;
Take depositions, attending hearings, and mediations as required;
Draft and submit pleadings, motions, and briefs;
Prepare correspondence to colleagues and clients;
Conduct legal research using Westlaw/Lexis/Nexis;
Draft discovery requests and discovery responses;
Review and analyze documents and materials for production;
Actively investigate claims and prepare case handling strategies;
Actively and effectively report to our insurance carrier clients and insureds;
Prepare cases for trial/mediation and participate in trial/mediation
Education and Experience
J.D. 2019-2022
Litigation experience
Experience taking depositions
Excellent academic credentials
Skills and Ability
Exceptional legal writing and communication skills;
Strong interpersonal skills:
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects;
Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly.
Benefits offered include student loan reimbursement; flexible time off; medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401K Safe Harbor contribution; Life/AD&D Disability; Flexible Spending Account; Supplemental Medical Accident Insurance; Supplemental Critical Illness Insurance; Employee Assistance Program; Pet Insurance; and Commuter Benefits.
Our client is a leading global law firm helping organizations successfully navigate risk and maximize opportunity in the sectors that underpin global trade and commercial activity. When you work with our client, you join a team of 490 partners, 2,400 lawyers, 3,200 legal professionals, and 5,500 people in nearly 70 offices and associated offices worldwide. Our client's values are the principles that guide the decisions they make, unite us in our endeavors, and strengthen our delivery for both our clients and our firm. They work as one, excel with clients, celebrate difference, and act boldly. They are committed to operating responsibly by progressing towards a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities and clients they serve.
The salary range for this position is $120,000 - $150,000. The range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. It is not typical for an individual to be hired near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.