Associate Attorney (New York)

A national litigation firm with a long-standing reputation for excellence in the courtroom is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to join our New York office with a focus on general liability defense litigation.

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who wants to take ownership of their cases while working in a collaborative environment with mentorship from experienced trial attorneys. You’ll be involved in challenging, high-exposure matters and supported by a national team of seasoned litigators.

About the Role: You’ll handle a diverse caseload of general liability matters, including:

• Premises liability
• Property damage
• Personal injury defense
• Construction-related general liability
• Child Victim Act
• Trucking/Transportation
• Other tort and civil litigation

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing cases from inception through resolution or trial
• Drafting pleadings, discovery, and motions
• Taking and defending depositions
• Conducting legal research and developing case strategies
• Participating in mediations, arbitrations, court conferences, and trials
• Communicating with clients, carriers, and opposing counsel
• Collaborating with partners and other team members on case strategy

What We’re Looking For

• Active license to practice law in New York (required)
• 1+ year of civil litigation experience, ideally with a focus on general liability defense
• Strong litigation skills: pleadings, motions, discovery, depositions, and client reporting
• Excellent legal writing, research, and oral advocacy skills
• Ability to independently manage multiple cases and deadlines
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience with mediation, arbitration, or trial is a plus
• Dual licensure in another jurisdiction is a bonus (CT preferred)

What We Offer

• Base salary: $110–$170k, based on experience
• Annual bonus eligibility and credit for business origination
• A collaborative firm culture with real opportunities for career advancement
• Access to sophisticated, high-exposure litigation work

Benefits include:

• 401(k) with employer match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid time off and parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Employee referral program
• Employee assistance program and discounts

About the Firm: They are a nationally recognized litigation firm with offices in more than 20 cities across the U.S. They represent Fortune 500 companies, insurers, and individuals in a broad array of complex litigation areas, including

• General liability and tort defense
• Construction and labor law
• Product and professional liability
• Insurance coverage and bad faith
• Toxic torts, environmental, and employment law
• Cybersecurity, transportation, and more

The firm combines the resources of a national firm with the close-knit culture of a collaborative team. Our attorneys are trusted trial lawyers known for delivering exceptional results in complex matters.