Litigation Associate

About the Role

Join a collegial litigation team handling general defense matters, primarily premises liability. You will manage cases from inception through resolution while working closely with senior attorneys on legal strategy and trial preparation.

What You'll Do

• Manage a full caseload of general defense litigation from case inception through resolution.

• Conduct and defend depositions.

• Appear in court and represent clients at mediations and settlement conferences.

• Collaborate with senior attorneys on trial preparation, legal strategy, and client communication.

• Draft pleadings, discovery, motions, and case strategy documents.

What We're Looking For

• Two to seven years of defense litigation experience at a law firm, including responsibility for a full caseload.

• Experience appearing before judges and attending court conferences in New York courts, including New York City and Long Island jurisdictions.

• Deposition experience, both conducting and defending depositions.

• Experience with premises liability or general negligence matters.

• A J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to practice in New York.

• Strong drafting skills across motions, pleadings, and discovery.

• Interest in a long-term role with a collaborative, mentorship-oriented team.

• Ability to work in the office during onboarding and commute to the Long Island office; the role offers a flexible hybrid arrangement after onboarding.

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary range: $125,000 to $165,000 annually. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Location

Hybrid role based in the New York City area, with an office on Long Island.