Litigation Associate

Build My Great Team • White Plains, NY

10d

About The Position

Join a growing boutique litigation team that prioritizes integrity, collaboration and results. About Us LaMagna McKenna is a close-knit law firm committed to delivering thoughtful, high-level representation while fostering a professional environment rooted in respect, collaboration, and shared accountability. As the firm grows, we stay anchored to our core values of meaningful client relationships, careful legal work, and a culture that supports both strong advocacy and the continued development of its attorneys. Team members are encouraged to contribute, grow, and take pride in the quality of service provided to every client. About You You have 3 to 5 years of litigation experience as a licensed Attorney and are comfortable handling pleadings, motions, discovery, and courtroom appearances. You think critically, prepare thoroughly, and manage deadlines and client matters with consistency. You work independently, ask questions when needed, and maintain clear, professional communication. You are reliable, practical in your approach, and focused on achieving solid results for the clients you serve.

Requirements

• New York Bar license in good standing, with Connecticut admission preferred or a willingness to obtain Connecticut licensure
• 3 to 5 years of litigation experience
• Strong writing, analytical, and research skills
• Ability to manage cases independently while contributing to a collaborative team
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard legal technology
• Professional communication with clients, courts, and colleagues

Nice To Haves

• Connecticut admission preferred or a willingness to obtain Connecticut licensure

Responsibilities

• Manage an active caseload across Personal Injury, Estate and Trust Litigation, Guardianship matters, and general litigation
• Work closely with clients throughout the litigation process
• Prepare and file pleadings, briefs, petitions, discovery demands, and responses
• Attend client meetings, hearings, court conferences and depositions
• Draft correspondence, legal memoranda, motions, and discovery documents
• Conduct legal research and develop solutions-oriented strategies
• Maintain client communication and ensure deadlines and procedural requirements are met

Benefits

• Compensation and Benefits Highly competitive compensation, with final structure based on experience and the value you bring
• Bonus opportunity
• PTO and Sick Days
• Paid Holidays
• 401k with firm match
• Health insurance stipend available some benefits have a waiting period

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees