Litigation Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Title:           Litigation Attorney (Associate)

Location:   Walden, NY (Orange County) - Fully in Office

Salary:       $150K - $200K + Bonus

Growing Established Law Firm Seeks a Litigation Attorney to join their team!

Responsibilities:

·      Handle all aspects of litigation from case intake through trial, including pleadings, motion practice, discovery, depositions, court appearances, and negotiations

·      Draft legal documents such as complaints, motions, briefs, and memoranda

·      Conduct legal research support case strategies

·      Analyze and interpret laws, rulings, and regulations relevant to ongoing litigation

·      Represent clients in court hearings, arbitrations, mediations, and trials

·      Manage and prioritize a dynamic caseload in collaboration with senior attorneys and support staff

·      Maintain client communication and foster strong client relationships

Skills & Experience :

·      Juris Doctor from an accredited law school

·      Active New York Bar Admission (In good standing)

·      5+ years’ experience of courtroom litigation experience in NY, with a focus on civil or commercial matters

·      Strong oral advocacy & legal writing skills

·      Proven ability to manage cases and casework from inception through resolution while meeting deadlines

·      Trial or arbitration experience