Litigation Attorney

A law firm seeks a skilled and dedicated Litigation Attorney to join their team in the Lower Hudson Valley area. This position presents an excellent opportunity for an attorney with at least 3 years of litigation experience to manage cases independently while collaborating with a dynamic team of professionals. The ideal candidate will have experience in all phases of litigation, including pleading, motion practice, discovery, and settlement. While trial experience is preferred, it is not a requirement for this position.

Duties:

• Manage a diverse litigation caseload from the pleading stage through to settlement or trial.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and partners on complex legal matters, providing insight and assistance.
• Draft and file pleadings, motions, and other legal documents, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and rules.
• Conduct discovery, including preparing and responding to interrogatories, document requests, and depositions.
• Represent clients in settlement negotiations, striving to reach favorable outcomes.
• Maintain effective communication with clients, opposing counsel, litigation vendors, and colleagues.
• Provide sound legal advice and guidance to clients throughout the litigation process.
• Assist in trial preparation when necessary, including organizing case materials and preparing witnesses.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 3 years of recent litigation experience in New York (candidates with less experience may be considered if they possess other relevant qualifications).
• Proven experience in pleadings, motion practice, discovery, and settlement negotiation.
• Strong oral communication skills and the ability to negotiate effectively.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• A genuine passion for the practice of law.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a collaborative setting.
• Willingness to live in or relocate to the Lower Hudson Valley area.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in New York State.

Skills:

• In-depth understanding of litigation procedures and strategies.
• Exceptional oral and written communication abilities.
• Strong negotiation and settlement skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and cases efficiently.
• Attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Professional demeanor and client-focused attitude.

Benefits:

• Competitive benefits package (details available upon inquiry).
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth in a supportive environment.

This law firm is located in New Windsor, New York and is AV rated by Martindale-Hubbell, which is the highest rating for any law firm. This firm is prominent and is a mid-sized law firm. This firm is also distinguished as a leader in providing clients with legal representation in a wide range of areas. This firm's clients include businesses, non-profit organizations, individuals, municipalities, and insurance carriers. The practice areas for this firm include real estate, estate planning, probate, and administration, business and financial transactions, litigation, municipal/local government, veterans' benefits claims and appeals, and social security disability claims and appeals.