Litigation Associate

About the Role

Join a close-knit law firm as a Litigation Associate handling general defense matters, primarily premises liability. This is an opportunity to manage cases from inception through resolution while working closely with senior attorneys in a collaborative, mentorship-focused environment.

What You'll Do

• Manage a full caseload of general defense litigation from inception through resolution.

• Conduct and defend depositions.

• Appear in court and represent clients at mediations and settlement conferences.

• Work with senior attorneys on trial preparation, legal strategy, and client communications.

• Draft pleadings, discovery, motions, and case strategy documents.

What We're Looking For

• Two to seven years of defense litigation experience at a law firm, including management of a full caseload.

• Experience appearing before judges, attending court conferences, and navigating New York courts, including New York City and Long Island jurisdictions.

• Deposition experience, both conducting and defending depositions.

• Experience with premises liability or general negligence matters.

• A J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to the New York bar.

• Strong drafting skills across motions, pleadings, and discovery.

• A collaborative approach and interest in growing within a mentorship-oriented team.

Compensation & Benefits

Annual salary range: $125,000 to $165,000. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Location

Hybrid role based in Long Island, New York. The position requires in-office work during onboarding, with a flexible hybrid arrangement afterward.