Senior Associate

MARKS, O'NEILL, O'BRIEN, DOHERTY & KELLY P.C•Village of Tarrytown, NY

2d•$120,000 - $180,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Marks, O’Neill, O’Brien, Doherty & Kelly (“MOODK”) is a mid-sized, regional firm specializing in general liability, professional liability, and toxic tort litigation matters, with offices in PA, NJ, NY, DE, and MD. We are currently seeking experienced attorneys to join our team in the Tarrytown, NY office. This role offers a challenging opportunity in a flexible, collegial, and collaborative environment with meaningful work that can expand professional experience. We are seeking attorneys to fill multiple positions for experienced litigators. Strong preference is given to those with a background in General Liability or/or Labor and Employment Law. Knowledge of federal and state rules of civil procedures is essential. This is a full-time position with a competitive salary, benefit package, and flexible work environment. It provides a legal practice where a motivated lawyer is called upon daily to counsel clients on a variety of legal issues that are as diverse as they are challenging.

Requirements

At least 7 years of litigation experience
Current and active NY Bar membership in good standing
Superior written and oral communications skills
Strong organization and attention to detail
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and LexisNexis
Familiarity with Case/File Management systems
10 + years of litigation experience.
Must be barred in NY.
Experience drafting discovery, taking lead on depositions and arguing motions is required.
Excellent writing and organizational skills, and comfortable working in a fast paced and demanding environment.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Proficient in Lexis software

Nice To Haves

The ability to track billable hours is strongly preferred
Strong preference given to those with a background in General Liability or/or Labor and Employment Law.
Knowledge of federal and state rules of civil procedures is essential.

Responsibilities

Represent clients in all phases of litigation from initiation to expert discovery in matters involving professional liability or labor and employment.
Attend court appearances, hearings, depositions and case management conferences.
Conduct complex legal research and discovery investigations.
Draft discovery requests and responses, motions, case evaluation summaries, court orders, settlement agreements, affidavits, pleadings, motions, and legal memoranda.
Review discovery responses, depositions and prepare summaries and litigation update reports.
Negotiate with opposing counsel to settle claims.
Communicate closely with clients during the course of litigation to provide legal analysis, status reports and advice.