Associate

Winget, Spadafora & Schwartzberg, LLP; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Strong benefits

401(k)

Mentorship program

Professional development

Job summary

Winget, Spadafora & Schwartzberg, LLP in New York City seeks an Associate Attorney with 1–6 years of litigation experience to join its headquarters. NY and NJ bar admission required; practice spans professional liability, securities litigation, medical malpractice, labor and insurance broker liability.

You’ll manage your own cases, draft motions and pleadings, take part in depositions and mediations, work directly with clients, and develop case strategy while learning from experienced attorneys

Qualifications

• Admitted to practice in New York and New Jersey.
• 1–6 years of litigation experience.
• Strong writing, critical thinking, and client-facing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage own cases toward resolution.
• Draft motions, pleadings, and discovery.
• Participate in depositions, hearings, and mediations.
• Work directly with clients and senior attorneys.
• Research complex legal issues and develop case strategy.

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal research

Drafting pleadings and motions

Client communication

Multi-tasking and prioritization

Job description

Want more than a job where you just bill hours?

Winget, Spadafora & Schwartzberg, LLP is seeking an Associate Attorney with 1-6 years of litigation experience to join its headquarters in New York City. NY and NJ bar admission required for diverse practice including professional liability, securities litigation, medical malpractice, labor & employment and insurance broker liability.

You’ll:

• Manage your own cases and help drive them toward resolution
• Draft motions, pleadings, and discovery
• Take part in depositions, hearings, and mediations
• Work directly with clients
• Research complex legal issues and develop case strategy
• Work closely with experienced attorneys and learn by doing

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is admitted to practice in New York and New Jersey
• Has 16 years of litigation experience
• Writes well and thinks critically
• Can manage multiple priorities without losing the details
• Wants to keep learning and take on more responsibility

What you get: Hybrid work, strong benefits, 401(k), generous bonus program, associate mentorship program, collaborative and collegial work environment, and a real opportunity to for professional development and advancement.

A variety of factors are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, education, licensure and/or certifications, geographic location, market demands, other business and organizational needs, and other factors permitted by law. This position is considered full‑time and therefore qualifies for benefits including 401(k) retirement savings plan, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

Base Range: $100,000 - $160,000 USD (not including bonus)