Litigation Associate

About the Role

Join a close-knit legal team handling general defense litigation, primarily premises liability. This is a long-term growth opportunity with mentorship, collaboration with senior attorneys, and a collegial open-door culture.

What You'll Do

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

• Conduct and defend depositions.

• Represent clients in court appearances, mediations, and settlement conferences.

• Work with senior attorneys on trial preparation, legal strategy, and client communications.

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

What We're Looking For

• Two to seven years of law firm experience handling a full caseload in defense litigation.

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

• Deposition experience, both conducting and defending.

• Background in premises liability or general negligence litigation.

• J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to the New York bar.

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

• Interest in a collaborative, mentorship-oriented team and long-term professional growth.

Compensation & Benefits

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

Location

Hybrid role based in New York City, New York, with an in-office onboarding period and flexible hybrid work afterward.