Defense Litigation Associate Attorney Medical and Life Sciences

Location: Open to the following Harris Beach Murtha offices for a hybrid opportunity: New York NY Long Island (Uniondale) NY or White Plains NYDescription:This associate will support the Medical and Life Sciences team in the defense of general and premises liability matters for a variety of clients including senior living health care restaurant/building owners; as well as assist in product liability defense of manufacturers of prescription over-the-counter and/or consumer-use FDA regulated products pending in New York New Jersey and federal courts. Responsibilities:Take and defend depositionsResearch various legal medical and scientific issues and collaborate with senior attorneys about strategiesDraft memoranda briefs significant and complex motions including motions for summary judgment pleadings discoveryDraft reports to clients including deposition reports medical record analyses case analysis reports case valuationsCoordinate with and work-up expert witnessesParticipate in trial mediation and ADR planning and preparationRepresent clients at courtroom appearances including oral argument of motions and discovery conferencesThe firm requires a minimum of 1900 billable hours annuallyQualifications: 3-5 years of first chair deposition and courtroom experience general/premises liability and/or product liability matters requiredMust be admitted in New York; New Jersey a plusJuris Doctorate from ABA-accredited law schoolFamiliarity with Zoom MS Teams and other video conferencing platforms to participate in depositions court conferences and meetings Must have ability to travel for in person depositions and court conferences including overnight as needed Excellent research skills writing skills and verbal communication required Must be able to function effectively in a fast-paced team oriented environment Demonstrated high level organizational skills for prioritizing workload Demonstrated ability to absorb process and understand new information rapidly Must be able to manage competing priorities Maintains high standards of performance Exhibit conscientiousness dedication self-discipline and a sense of responsibility Must have a professional cooperative positive and flexible attitude Military experience welcomeSalary information below will vary depending upon relevant experience for the position and geographic Island (Uniondale) & White Plains: $145000 - 185000New York City:$150000 - 185000Harris Beach Murtha is not accepting candidate submissions from recruiting agencies for this position during the first two weeks after posting. Following this period agencies with an active fee agreement with the firm may reach out to our internal recruitment team inquire about potential collaboration for this Beach Murtha is committed to an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from diverse candidates with varied background and skills including military experience. Harris Beach Murtha Cullina PLLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.#LI-Hybrid