Associate Litigation Attorney

Mass Torts And Industry-Wide Litigation AssociateLocation: Any Harris Beach Murtha office in New York State - Hybrid Work ScheduleExperience Level: 2+ years of asbestos defense litigation requiredAbout the Role: Harris Beach Murtha is seeking an associate to join its growing Mass Torts and Industry-Wide Litigation team, with a particular focus on our national asbestos defense practice. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with experienced attorneys across multiple offices, engage in high-level litigation strategy, and take on meaningful responsibility representing defendants in a variety of industries in state and federal courts nationwide. The work is collaborative, fast-paced, and provides hands-on experience managing complex toxic tort matters.The Defense Litigation Associate will have the opportunity to:Take and defend depositions of plaintiffs and fact witnessesResearch legal, procedural, and scientific issues, and collaborate with senior attorneys on strategyDraft responsive pleadings, memoranda, briefs, and significant motions including motions for summary judgment and discovery motionsPrepare reports to clients, including deposition reports, litigation status reports and case analysis reportsRepresent clients at courtroom appearances, including oral argument of motions and discovery conferences (both in-person and virtually)Work Environment and Expectations:A hybrid work opportunity in one (or several) of Harris Beach Murtha's New York officesMinimum annual billable requirement of 1900 hoursEngagement in sophisticated, high-stakes litigation on behalf of long-standing clientsApplications are encouraged and desired if you have:Admission to the New York AND New Jersey bars (required)Juris Doctor from ABA-accredited law schoolFamiliarity with Zoom, MS Teams, and other video platforms for depositions, court conferences, and hearingsExcellent research, writing, and verbal communication skillsThe ability to function effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environmentStrong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing prioritiesDemonstrated ability to rapidly absorb and analyze new informationA high level of professionalism, conscientiousness, and responsibilityA positive, flexible, and cooperative attitudeMilitary experience welcomeSalary information below will vary depending upon relevant experience for the position and geographic locations.Albany, Buffalo, Ithaca, Rochester (Pittsford), Syracuse: $125,000 - $185,000 Long Island (Uniondale) and White Plains: $140,000 - $185,000 NYC : $145,000 - $185,000Harris Beach Murtha is committed to an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from diverse candidates with varied background and skills, including military experience. Harris Beach Murtha Cullina PLLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.