Litigation Associate Attorney

Benefits:

• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k)
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance

About the Role:

A boutique law firm in Garden City, NY is seeking a driven and talented full time associate attorney with comprehensive civil litigation experience to join our dynamic legal team. Experience handling commercial, contractual, and/or real estate disputes preferred, but not required. This is an exciting opportunity to sharpen your litigation skills, work on meaningful cases, and grow your career alongside experienced legal professionals in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and litigate civil cases in a variety of legal matters
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests, and legal memoranda
• Conduct depositions, client interviews, and witness examinations
• Perform legal research and case analysis to develop effective litigation strategies
• Appear in court for hearings, conferences, and oral arguments
• Communicate regularly with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and partners on complex litigation matters
• Maintain accurate and current billing records

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
• Active admission to the New York State Bar and in good standing
• 3+ years of civil litigation experience preferred
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
• Experience with New York state and/or federal court procedures
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and a strong team player
• Interested in developing business
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 and case management software

About Us:

Sherwood & Truitt Law Group LLC is a respected litigation firm based in Garden City, NY, committed to delivering aggressive, client-focused legal representation. Our clients trust us to fight for their best interests, and our attorneys take pride in achieving meaningful results. We foster a supportive and professional culture where associates are mentored, valued, and given the tools they need to thrive. All hiring is based on merit and experience without regard for gender, race, ethnicity, age, or disability.

Flexible work from home options available.