Litigation Associate

Job Overview:
A well-established litigation firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Associate to join their team. This position is ideal for a results-oriented professional with a minimum of 5 years of litigation experience at a private law firm. The ideal candidate will be adaptable, resourceful, and have the desire to embrace AI-driven tools to enhance legal skills. The role offers the opportunity to work on diverse and high-stakes cases, providing legal solutions across several practice areas. The firm is committed to fostering innovation and creativity in legal strategies, and the selected candidate will be involved in all aspects of litigation, from pleadings to trial preparation and appeals.

Location:

• Smithtown, NY

Duties:

• Draft and respond to pleadings, including complaints, answers, and counterclaims

• Prepare detailed motions, memoranda, and appellate briefs for complex legal issues

• Conduct oral arguments in court

• Manage discovery, identify key evidence, and craft effective discovery requests

• Conduct and defend depositions to gather critical information

• Assist in trial preparation, including witness outlines, exhibit preparation, and legal strategy development

• Research and analyze statutes, regulations, and case law to support innovative legal arguments

• Use AI tools to streamline research, generate document templates, and uncover insights

• Efficiently manage multiple assignments, consistently meeting deadlines with high-quality work product

• Work on high-impact cases, including civil rights, employment, real estate, and commercial litigation

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years of complex litigation experience at a private law firm

• Proven ability to manage multiple assignments efficiently while delivering high-quality work

• Experience with motion practice, depositions, oral arguments, and discovery

• Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills

• Ability to apply statutes, regulations, and case law to develop persuasive legal arguments

• Creative thinker who can solve complex legal challenges

• Team player with a proactive approach and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

• A commitment to continuously developing legal skills, including mastering AI tools

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active member of the state bar

Skills:

• Expertise in complex litigation, including motion practice, discovery, and depositions

• Strong legal research and writing skills

• Critical legal reasoning and ability to craft innovative legal arguments

• Familiarity with AI tools for legal research and case management

• Excellent oral advocacy skills

• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

• Effective communication and collaboration with team members and clients

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Opportunity for career advancement with a clear partner track

• Access to cutting-edge AI tools to enhance legal practice

• Work on dynamic, high-impact cases across diverse industries

• Emphasis on work-life balance and a supportive, collaborative environment

• Opportunity to innovate and shape legal strategies with a forward-thinking team

This law firm's attorneys are licensed to practice in New York, Connecticut, New Jersey, and Colorado. Its key practice areas include outside general counsel, litigation, discrimination, bankruptcy, land use and zoning, employment law, business and real estate transactions, and estate planning. The firm's offices are located in Smithtown and Manhasset, New York.