Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm is seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney for their Saratoga Springs, NY, office. The ideal candidate should possess 3-5 years of experience and meet the following requirements:

Job Overview:

• Position: Litigation Associate Attorney
• Location: Saratoga Springs, NY
• Experience: 3-5 years

Duties:

• Conduct legal research and analysis on various litigation matters.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Represent clients in federal and state court proceedings.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and the court.
• Participate in case strategy development and execution.

Requirements:

• Strong communication, legal advocacy, and writing skills.
• Federal Court experience preferred.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Must be a self-starter who can handle immediate, direct client contact.
• New York Bar license required.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the New York State Bar.

Skills:

• Proficiency in legal research and writing.
• Ability to analyze complex legal issues.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.

Benefits Offered:

• Highmark BCBS PPO/POS plans with multiple medical plan options.
• Dental and vision plans, including orthodontic coverage.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Paid time off (PTO), including vacation, sick, and personal leave.
• 401(k) with guaranteed safe harbor contribution plus profit sharing.
• Term Life and AD&D insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Additional voluntary benefits: Specified Disease, Hospital, and Accident plans.
• Employee Assistance Program, which includes mental health support.
• Legal work discount program.