Description:

Our client is currently seeking an associate Litigation Attorney or Partner to join their team. This is a full-time, permanent position.

Responsibilities Include:

• Manage a varied portfolio of complex civil matters involving property, environmental, land use, insurance, and related disputes.
• Take an active role in matters from initial case assessment through resolution, including investigation, pleadings, discovery, depositions, expert work, motion practice, settlement proceedings, trial, and appellate matters.
• Evaluate and coordinate with subject-matter professionals and experts regarding medical, scientific, technical, and other complex issues relevant to litigation.
• Assist in developing and implementing case strategies in coordination with attorneys, clients, insurers, experts, and other involved parties, while providing practical guidance regarding case management and potential outcomes.
• Represent clients in a variety of litigation-related proceedings, including court appearances, conferences, hearings, settlement discussions, arbitrations, and trials.

Qualifications:

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school and active admission to the New York State Bar.
• Approximately 3–10 years of experience handling civil litigation matters.
• Attorneys with greater experience, an established client base, or a transferable book of business are also welcome to apply.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and interpersonal skills, with demonstrated experience preparing legal documents, conducting discovery, taking and defending depositions, handling motions and appeals, developing case strategy, and managing active matters.
• Ability to evaluate and work through cases involving complex factual, scientific, medical, technical, or other specialized subject matter.
• Experience with sophisticated civil disputes, including matters involving significant losses, property or environmental issues, construction, administrative proceedings, or similar areas is helpful but not required.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage assignments, deadlines, and case responsibilities while working effectively with attorneys, clients, experts, and other professionals.

Hours & Benefits:

• Monday-Friday 8:00 am-5:00 pm
• In-Person
• PTO
• Health, Dental, & Vision
• 401K

For more details on this role, please contact jobs@walrathrecruiting.com or call 518-275-4816. Please reference the specific job number you are inquiring about.

The specific salary/pay rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s experience, education, and work location.

This is an immediate opportunity. The interview process will be comprised of a combination of virtual and in-person. If you are qualified for this position, please apply using our secure online form.