Litigation Associate Attorney Trial & Defense NY (Junior Level)

New York City, NY - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 105000 - 135000

Posted on: 12 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

LITIGATION ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY (JUNIOR LEVEL)

TRIAL & DEFENSE PRODUCT LIABILITY & COMMERCIAL LITIGATION

Location: New York NY

HYBRID

Our client a leading international law firm is seeking a Junior Litigation Associate Attorney to join its dynamic Trial & Defense Practice. This position offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated product liability mattersincluding environmental asbestos talc and other toxic tort claimsas well as complex commercial litigation. The practice involves representing policyholders brokers and both domestic and international insurers on high-exposure and latent-type claims. This is an exceptional opportunity for a junior attorney to develop strong litigation skills alongside seasoned trial attorneys in a fast-paced and collaborative practice.

Candidate Profile

JD/LLM from an ABA-accredited law school with an excellent academic record
Active Bar Admission in New York AND Connecticut in good standing
13 years of substantive litigation experience includingcommercial litigation
Courtroom experience including motion practice is required
Trial experience is required
Asbestos toxic tort or product liability experience strongly preferred
Superior legal writing analytical and research abilities
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

**Foreign attorneys who earned an LLM from an ABA-accredited law schoolwith an excellent academic record have Active Bar Admissionin both NYandCT and meet the same experience requirements are also welcome to apply.

Key Responsibilities

Take and defend depositions and participate in hearings and mediations
Draft motions pleadings briefs and other litigation filings
Prepare detailed correspondence and report to clients and carrier representatives
Conduct legal research using Westlaw Lexis and other research tools
Draft interrogatories document requests and responses
Review and analyze document collections in preparation for litigation
Assist with trial preparation and support trial teams as needed
Manage filings and submissions to state and federal courts
Collaborate closely with partners and senior attorneys on litigation strategy

Why Join Us

This opportunity offers a premier platform to practice within one of the most active and sophisticated product liability and toxic tort defense groups in the country handling complex litigation that spans environmental exposure asbestos talc and broader commercial disputes. Associates in this practice have the opportunity to work directly with policyholders insurers and cross-disciplinary teams on matters that involve intricate scientific regulatory and evidentiary challenges.

The group is known for its exceptional training strong mentorship and a commitment to developing skilled courtroom advocates. For junior attorneys seeking meaningful litigation experienceincluding depositions motion practice client interaction and trial exposurethis role provides unparalleled opportunities for growth responsibility and professional development within a supportive and high-performing practice.

Compensation & Benefits

Annual Salary: Expected annual base salary range of $105000$135000 as determined by experience and market factors
Annual Performance-based and Monthly Bonus Eligibility
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical dental vision disability and life insurance; paid parental leave; flexible paid time off; wellness programs; 401(k)/retirement plans; student loan repayment support; and additional firm-sponsored perks

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit a resume cover letter and law school transcript for consideration.

Our client is anEqual Opportunity Employer.

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LITIGATION ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY (JUNIOR LEVEL)TRIAL & DEFENSE PRODUCT LIABILITY & COMMERCIAL LITIGATIONLocation: New York NY HYBRIDOur client a leading international law firm is seeking a Junior Litigation Associate Attorney to join its dynamic Trial & Defense Practice. This position offers the oppor...