Mid-Level to Senior Litigation Associate - General Liability
About The Position
Represent business owners, landlords, managing agents, security services organizations and a wide variety of commercial business owners in general liability litigation. Kaufman Borgeest & Ryan LLP is a leading general liability defense firm with 130+ lawyers and nine offices in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and California. The firm’s general liability group is well respected for its expertise at all levels of litigation from inception through trial and appeals. General Liability is one of the cornerstones of the firm’s practice. Known for an enriching, collegial workplace, the firm offers true opportunities for professional growth and advancement. This position is for an attorney with 3+ years of experience to join the General Liability team which represent landlords, managing agents, business owners, security companies and owners of a wide variety of commercial establishments and also includes the litigation of Labor Law, products and complex, high exposure matters. We are looking for a bright attorney and an excellent writer who is highly motivated and proactive – someone with the willingness and capability to act independently and comfortable with client interaction.
Requirements
- Admission to practice in New York
- At least 3 years of experience in personal injury litigation or comparable experience
- Strong legal research, writing and verbal communication skills
- Ability to interact with clients and command client confidence
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with New York Labor Law a plus
Responsibilities
- Work collaboratively to develop litigation strategy for the defense of general liability actions
- Draft and review pleadings and discovery, memos, briefs and other legal correspondence and litigation documents
- Represent clients in court
- Participate in depositions, conferences, hearings and all other aspects of general liability litigation
- Interact with medical experts
- Conduct legal and medical research and analysis
- Draft motions
- Work cooperatively with others
- Interact with clients
Benefits
- comprehensive health and well-being benefits
- personal and professional development
- career growth opportunities
- collegial and supportive culture
- discretionary bonus based on performance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
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