Litigation Associate (2-5 years) - Commercial Litigation / Managed Care and ERISA Litigation

Seyfarth Shaw LLP

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About The Position

Seyfarth Shaw LLP, an international law firm with approximately 1000 attorneys has an exciting opportunity for a highly qualified Litigation Associate with 2-5 years of commercial litigation experience for a position in its New York office. This position will include complex commercial litigation, including for large and well-known companies, with several national clients in the managed care space. This role is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic, national practice that provides mentoring and training.

Requirements

2-5 years of complex commercial litigation experience in a law firm.
Experience preparing and arguing pleadings and contested motions (such as complaints, motions to dismiss, motions for summary judgment, applications for temporary restraining orders, preliminary injunction)
Experience taking and defending depositions and working with expert witnesses
Desire to support fast moving deadline-driven cases.
Stellar writing ability and excellent academic credentials, as writing ability is critical for this position (we ask that you submit two writing samples with your application)
Strong analytical and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to thrive in a team-oriented and collaborative work environment
Candidates must be admitted to the New York Bar

Nice To Haves

Experience litigating managed care issues (Medicare, Medicaid, False Claims Act), payor-provider disputes, and ERISA litigation is preferred, but not required.