Litigation Associate
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Summary: NYC-based litigation boutique, seeks an Associate to perform highly responsible representation and client advocacy. Associate should have 2-6 years of litigation experience, solid academic credentials, and a license to practice in New York. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to join a fast-moving practice and hone their litigation skills while receiving training and mentorship from partners with extensive experience.

Responsibilities:

· Prepare discovery and respond to requests (admissions, disclosures, interrogatories, depositions, orders, etc.).

· Attend and manage hearings, mediations, settlement conferences, and court proceedings.

· Draft pleadings, motions, and briefs.

· Effectively communicate with clients and the managing attorney(s) to understand the client's concerns and provide sound legal advice.

· Analyze, evaluate, synthesize, and research case law, statutes, regulations, and documents impacting the firm's clients.

· Communicate clearly and logically (both orally and in writing) with regulatory agencies, courts, and counsel.

· Organize and manage documents from multiple sources in the course of multidistrict and other complex litigation.

· Work both independently and as a contributing team member.

Requirements:

· 2-6 years of civil litigation experience

· Doctor of Jurisprudence (J.D.) from an accredited law school

· Licensed to practice law in the state of New York

· Westlaw or Lexis Nexis experience

· Strong written and critical thinking skills that lead to comprehensive and persuasive writings.

· Ability to handle complex problems utilizing initiative, creativity, and sound professional judgment.

Preferred Qualifications

· Hearing/trial experience

· Working knowledge or demonstrated interest in governmental entity, environmental, utility, construction law, and/or complex litigation.