Litigation Attorney (Associate)
Location: Walden, NY (Orange County) - Fully in Office
Salary: $150K - $200K + Bonus
Growing established law firm seeks a litigation attorney to join their team!
Responsibilities:
- Handle all aspects of litigation from case intake through trial, including pleadings, motion practice, discovery, depositions, court appearances, and negotiations
- Draft legal documents such as complaints, motions, briefs, and memoranda
- Conduct legal research to support case strategies
- Analyze and interpret laws, rulings, and regulations relevant to ongoing litigation
- Represent clients in court hearings, arbitrations, mediations, and trials
- Manage and prioritize a dynamic caseload in collaboration with senior attorneys and support staff
- Maintain client communication and foster strong client relationships
Skills & Experience:
- Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
- Active New York Bar Admission (in good standing)
- 5+ years' experience of courtroom litigation experience in NY, with a focus on civil or commercial matters
- Strong oral advocacy & legal writing skills
- Proven ability to manage cases and casework from inception through resolution while meeting deadlines
- Trial or arbitration experience