Senior Associate Attorney needed for Elmsford office

A law firm located in Elmsford, New York, is seeking a highly experienced and skilled Senior Associate Attorney to join their team. The position involves independently handling general liability (GL) and automobile cases. The ideal candidate will possess significant defense experience, excellent legal skills, strong communication abilities, and the capacity to thrive in a dynamic and challenging legal environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Independently manage a caseload of general liability and automobile cases from inception to resolution.
• Conduct comprehensive legal research and writing.
• Draft legal documents including pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Manage all aspects of discovery processes, including the preparation and response to discovery requests.
• Conduct depositions and witness interviews.
• Participate actively in trial preparation and court proceedings.
• Develop and implement effective case strategies.
• Negotiate settlements and engage in alternative dispute resolution.
• Maintain detailed case files and manage client communications.
• Collaborate with colleagues to provide comprehensive legal services.
• Stay informed on relevant laws, regulations, and industry trends.
• Participate in firm meetings, training sessions, and continuing legal education (CLE) opportunities.

Requirements:

• Active membership in good standing with the New York State Bar.
• Minimum of 6+ years of actual defense experience with a focus on general liability and automobile cases.
• Proven ability to independently handle a diverse caseload.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Outstanding oral and written communication and advocacy abilities.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Exceptional case and client management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a demanding and fast-paced environment.

Education:

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

Licensed to practice law in the State of New York.

Skills:

• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and clients simultaneously.
• Proficiency in legal research databases and software.
• Strong negotiation and advocacy skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• 401(k) plan with employer match, safe harbor, and profit sharing.
• Comprehensive dental insurance.
• Health insurance coverage.
• Life insurance policy.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Vision insurance.

This full-service law firm headquartered in Mineola, New York, has multiple offices in New York and New Jersey. It provides a wide range of legal services related to employment discrimination, professional liability, civil rights, insurance coverage matters, property damage, product and toxic tort litigation, and related areas of law. Founded in 1998, it has decades of experience in these areas of law.