Automobile Premises Liability Defense Attorney

Morrison Mahoney LLP•New York, NY

8d•$150,000 - $180,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Morrison Mahoney LLP is seeking a full-time Associate Attorney to defend automobile and premises liability matters. The role offers a flexible hybrid work arrangement and a collaborative environment. The attorney will manage cases from inception through resolution, taking independent responsibility for a caseload while working with clients, experts, partners, and fellow attorneys to develop and execute litigation strategies. The position includes drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery requests; conducting legal research and preparing strategic memoranda; preparing for and attending depositions, hearings, and trials; complying with court deadlines and scheduling requirements; and maintaining clear client communication, including regular updates and comprehensive written status reports for insurers. The stated salary range is $150,000–$180,000, commensurate with experience.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
Admission to the New York State Bar.
At least 4 years of experience defending automobile and premises liability cases in New York.
Ability to draft and argue dispositive motions, conduct legal research, and respond to discovery requests.
Ability to prepare comprehensive written status reports for insurers.
Experience independently taking and defending fact-witness and expert depositions.
Prior ADR experience handling arbitrations and mediations.

Responsibilities

Manage automobile and premises liability defense cases from inception through resolution.
Take and defend fact-witness and expert depositions.
Prepare and file dispositive motions, and draft pleadings and discovery requests.
Prepare for and attend hearings and trials.
Handle arbitrations and mediations.
Prepare comprehensive written status reports for insurers and provide regular client updates.
Conduct legal research and prepare strategic memoranda.
Work with clients, experts, partners, and fellow attorneys to develop and execute litigation strategies.
Meet court deadlines and scheduling requirements.