Mid-Level Attorney - Transportation Defense

Morrison Mahoney LLP•New York, NY

4d•$130 - $185•Hybrid

About The Position

Morrison Mahoney LLP is seeking a full-time Associate Attorney to handle Transportation defense matters. The role is designed for an attorney with at least five years of civil litigation experience defending Transportation, Construction Litigation, and Tort Liability matters. The position offers a flexible hybrid work arrangement and a competitive salary range of $130,000–$185,000, commensurate with experience. The Associate Attorney manages cases from inception through resolution, including taking and defending depositions, preparing and filing dispositive motions, and handling arbitrations and mediations. The attorney manages an independent caseload while collaborating with clients, experts, partners, and senior attorneys to develop and execute litigation strategies. Responsibilities also include drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery requests; preparing for and attending depositions, hearings, and trials; meeting court deadlines and scheduling requirements; communicating with clients; preparing written status reports for insurers; conducting legal research; and drafting strategic memoranda. Morrison Mahoney describes its workplace as respectful, collaborative, and inclusive, with meaningful hands-on experience alongside AV-rated attorneys and opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
Admission to the New York State Bar.
At least five years of experience handling the defense of Transportation, Construction Litigation, and Tort Liability matters.
Ability to manage cases from inception through resolution.
Ability to draft and argue dispositive motions, conduct legal research, and respond to discovery requests.
Prior ADR experience handling arbitrations and mediations.
Ability to prepare comprehensive status reports for insurers.

Responsibilities

Manage cases and an independent caseload from inception through resolution.
Take and defend depositions.
Prepare and file dispositive motions, and draft and argue motions.
Handle arbitrations and mediations.
Draft pleadings and discovery requests, and respond to discovery requests.
Prepare for and attend depositions, hearings, and trials.
Ensure compliance with court deadlines and scheduling requirements.
Develop and execute litigation strategies with clients, experts, partners, and senior attorneys.
Communicate regularly with clients and provide comprehensive written status reports, including reports for insurers.
Conduct legal research and prepare strategic memoranda.