Litigation Associate

Job Overview A law firm seeks a Defense Litigation Associate in New York, NY. This role involves collaborating with colleagues across various offices and local counsel nationwide. The position offers a hybrid work environment with three days in the Manhattan office. Duties Litigate complex injury defense matters Take and defend depositions as first chair Manage discovery, including e-discovery Draft reports, legal memoranda, pleadings, discovery demands and responses, motions, and briefs Participate in trial and ADR planning and preparation Represent clients at courtroom conferences and motion appearances Manage day-to-day case responsibilities with partner supervision Requirements Admission to the New York bar Experience practicing before New York State courts; federal experience is a plus Strong deposition, motion practice, pleading, and e-discovery experience Familiarity with Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and other video conferencing platforms Excellent research, writing, and verbal communication skills Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize workload Demonstrated ability to quickly absorb and understand new information High standards of performance, professionalism, and accountability A cooperative, positive, and flexible team-oriented attitude Military experience welcome Education Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school Certifications Admission to the New York bar Skills Strong deposition and motion practice skills Proficiency in e-discovery Excellent research and writing abilities Strong organizational and prioritization skills Benefits Hybrid work opportunity Engagement in sophisticated, high-stakes litigation #J-18808-Ljbffr