Associate Attorney

Segal McCambridge • New York, NY

35d • $110,000 - $170,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Segal McCambridge, a national litigation firm with a long-standing reputation for excellence in the courtroom, is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to join our New York office with a focus on general liability defense litigation.
This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who wants to take ownership of their cases while working in a collaborative environment with mentorship from experienced trial attorneys. You’ll be involved in challenging, high-exposure matters and supported by a national team of seasoned litigators.
You’ll handle a diverse caseload of general liability matters, including:
Premises liability
Property damage
Personal injury defense
Construction-related general liability
Child Victim Act
Trucking/Transportation
Other tort and civil litigation
This is a hybrid position with a flexible mix of remote work and in-office collaboration.

Requirements

• Active license to practice law in New York (required)
• 1+ year of civil litigation experience, ideally with a focus on general liability defense
• Strong litigation skills: pleadings, motions, discovery, depositions, and client reporting
• Excellent legal writing, research, and oral advocacy skills
• Ability to independently manage multiple cases and deadlines
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience with mediation, arbitration, or trial is a plus
• Dual licensure in another jurisdiction is a bonus (CT preferred)

Responsibilities

• Managing cases from inception through resolution or trial
• Drafting pleadings, discovery, and motions
• Taking and defending depositions
• Conducting legal research and developing case strategies
• Participating in mediations, arbitrations, court conferences, and trials
• Communicating with clients, carriers, and opposing counsel
• Collaborating with partners and other team members on case strategy

Benefits

• Competitive base salary: $110,000 – $170,000, based on experience
• Annual bonus eligibility and credit for business origination
• A collaborative firm culture with real opportunities for career advancement
• Access to sophisticated, high-exposure litigation work
• 401(k) with employer match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid time off and parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Employee referral program
• Employee assistance program and discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees