A national litigation firm with a long-standing reputation for excellence in the courtroom is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to join our New York office with a focus on general liability defense litigation.
This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who wants to take ownership of their cases while working in a collaborative environment with mentorship from experienced trial attorneys. You’ll be involved in challenging, high-exposure matters and supported by a national team of seasoned litigators.
About the Role: You’ll handle a diverse caseload of general liability matters, including:
- Premises liability
- Property damage
- Personal injury defense
- Construction-related general liability
- Child Victim Act
- Trucking/Transportation
- Other tort and civil litigation
Your responsibilities will include:
- Managing cases from inception through resolution or trial
- Drafting pleadings, discovery, and motions
- Taking and defending depositions
- Conducting legal research and developing case strategies
- Participating in mediations, arbitrations, court conferences, and trials
- Communicating with clients, carriers, and opposing counsel
- Collaborating with partners and other team members on case strategy
What We’re Looking For
- Active license to practice law in New York (required)
- 1+ year of civil litigation experience, ideally with a focus on general liability defense
- Strong litigation skills: pleadings, motions, discovery, depositions, and client reporting
- Excellent legal writing, research, and oral advocacy skills
- Ability to independently manage multiple cases and deadlines
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience with mediation, arbitration, or trial is a plus
- Dual licensure in another jurisdiction is a bonus (CT preferred)
What We Offer
- Base salary: $110–$170k, based on experience
- Annual bonus eligibility and credit for business origination
- A collaborative firm culture with real opportunities for career advancement
- Access to sophisticated, high-exposure litigation work
Benefits include:
- 401(k) with employer match
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Health savings and flexible spending accounts
- Life and disability insurance
- Paid time off and parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Employee referral program
- Employee assistance program and discounts
About the Firm: They are a nationally recognized litigation firm with offices in more than 20 cities across the U.S. They represent Fortune 500 companies, insurers, and individuals in a broad array of complex litigation areas, including
- General liability and tort defense
- Construction and labor law
- Product and professional liability
- Insurance coverage and bad faith
- Toxic torts, environmental, and employment law
- Cybersecurity, transportation, and more
The firm combines the resources of a national firm with the close-knit culture of a collaborative team. Our attorneys are trusted trial lawyers known for delivering exceptional results in complex matters.
Associate Attorney in New York at Partners Legal Search
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