Associate Attorney needed for Woodbury office

Job Overview:
A multistate insurance defense firm is seeking a highly motivated Associate Attorney to join its team in Woodbury, NY. This hybrid position offers the opportunity to handle a variety of civil litigation defense matters with guidance from senior attorneys. The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of experience in litigation, preferably with a focus on employment law, though other backgrounds will be considered. This role offers significant opportunities for career advancement within a dynamic and supportive environment.

Location:

• Woodbury, NY

Duties:

• Manage an independent caseload with oversight from partners
• Draft motions, pleadings, and discovery responses
• Conduct legal research and prepare memorandums
• Attend hearings and court conferences
• Conduct and defend depositions
• Participate in case inspections
• Consult with expert witnesses
• Attend mediations
• Assist with trial preparation and trial participation

Requirements:

• 1-3 years of litigation experience
• Employment law experience preferred but not required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage cases independently while working as part of a team
• Experience with legal research and writing
• Licensed to practice law in New York

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• New York Bar License (Required)

Skills:

• Proficiency in drafting legal documents including motions, pleadings, and discovery responses
• Strong research and writing skills
• Ability to attend hearings, depositions, and mediations
• Experience in civil litigation defense is a plus
• Ability to work in a hybrid work environment

Benefits:

• 401(k) plan
• Health insurance
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term and short-term disability insurance
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Continuing Legal Education (CLE) support
• AFLAC and Pet Insurance

This firm has office locations in Boca Raton, White Plains, Newtown, Woodbury, and Hackensack. This firm has a wide range of practice areas spanning from auto and transportation to real estate. The firm's main values are integrity, results, and reliability. The attorneys of this firm are seasoned and experienced which allows clients to be able to rely fully on them to deliver successful results. The firm takes a flexible approach to each case rather than a rigid approach.