Mid-Level Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

MID-LEVEL ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY (Civil Litigation) - Hybrid

Morrison Mahoney LLP is seeking a full-time Mid-Level Associate Attorney to join our team! This is an exciting opportunity for attorneys with 5+ years of civil litigation experience handling the defense of Automobile and Premises Liability matters.

We offer a flexible hybrid work arrangement designed to support a healthy work-life balance. As part of our team, you will work alongside dedicated professionals in a respectful, collaborative, and inclusive environment that values and rewards meaningful contributions. We provide a competitive salary range of $150,000-$180,000, commensurate with experience.

To be considered, a qualified candidate will have the ability to manage cases from inception through resolution. This includes (but is not limited to):

• Taking and defending depositions
• Preparing and filing dispositive motions
• Prior ADR experience handling arbitrations and mediations
• Ability to prepare comprehensive status reports for insurers

Why Join Morrison Mahoney?

We are proud to be recognized as one of the premier litigation law firms in the Northeast. From day one, you'll gain meaningful, hands-on experience alongside top AV-rated attorneys. You'll become a member of a dynamic team, working on diverse and challenging cases that foster both professional growth and personal development. Most importantly, you'll be supported by colleagues who are genuinely invested in your success and career advancement.

A Day in the Life of a Mid-Level Associate Attorney

As a Mid-Level Associate Attorney at Morrison Mahoney, you will take on a dynamic and engaging role that offers an ideal balance of independent responsibility and collaborative teamwork. You will manage your own caseload from inception through resolution, drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery requests; preparing for and attending depositions, hearings, and trials; and ensuring meticulous compliance with all court deadlines and scheduling requirements.

In this role, you will work closely with clients, experts, and fellow attorneys to develop and execute effective litigation strategies. Clear and consistent client communication will be essential, including providing regular updates and comprehensive written status reports. You will also conduct in-depth legal research, prepare strategic memoranda, and collaborate with partners and senior attorneys to ensure seamless case management.

This multifaceted position offers a meaningful opportunity to build a rewarding and impactful career in the legal profession.

What Matters Most

A Mid-Level Associate Attorney handling Automobile / Premises Liability defense cases will need a robust set of skills and qualifications, all of which are key attributes for success in this position:

• A Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school and admission to the New York State Bar.
• At least 5 years of experience handling the defense of Automobile and Premises Liability cases in the State of New York.
• Ability to draft and argue dispositive motions, perform legal research and respond to discovery requests.
• Prepare comprehensive written status reports for insurers.
• Previous experience taking and defending fact witness and expert depositions independently.
• Prior ADR experience handling arbitrations and mediations.

Key Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Health Advocate
• Short + Long Term Disability Program
• Parental Leave
• Military Leave
• Life Insurance
• 401(K)
• Flexible Spending Plan
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Flexible Paid Time Off
• Discounts on tickets, shows, hotels and more
• Identity Theft Protection
• Mobile Phone Stipend
• Associate Education Program

Let's Connect!

If you are ready to join a team that values expertise, independence, and collaboration, we invite you to apply today. Be a part of Morrison Mahoney's long-standing tradition of excellence in litigation.