Associate Attorney

Simpson Judge USA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 135,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A law recruitment agency is seeking an attorney specializing in civil litigation for a hybrid role in Manhattan, NY. Candidates should have at least 2 years of relevant experience in handling diverse caseloads, including drafting pleadings and representing clients in court. The firm aims to develop associates by providing an extensive caseload and direct collaboration with partners. Competitive salary range is between $135,000 and $170,000, and candidates must meet a billable hour requirement.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of civil litigation experience.
• Strong legal drafting and oral advocacy skills.
• Deposition and/or trial experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload from inception through resolution or trial.
• Draft and argue pleadings, motions, appellate briefs, and discovery.
• Take and defend depositions; represent clients in court and at arbitrations.
• Conduct in-depth legal research and develop case strategy.
• Advise clients and stakeholders with strategic, practical counsel.

Skills

Legal drafting

Oral advocacy

Job description

Civil litigation - General Liability Defense

$135,000 – $170,000 base salary | 2+ years experience | Hybrid · Manhattan, NY

Own your cases. Argue your motions. Build your career in Manhattan.

Two leading New York insurance defense firms are looking for the same attorney. Through Simpson Judge, you can access both opportunities at once.

Most associate roles hand you a narrow slice of the work. This one hands you the whole case, from the first file review to the final verdict. Two leading insurance defense and litigation firms in New York are seeking the same exceptional attorney, and through Simpson Judge, you can access both opportunities simultaneously.

The opportunity

You’ll step into a well‑resourced litigation environment where cases are genuinely complex and outcomes matter. From premises liability to construction defect, personal injury defense to transportation, the work is varied, high‑exposure, and meaningful. You’ll appear in court, lead depositions, argue motions, and sit at the trial table. You’ll collaborate directly with partners and communicate with clients, carriers, and opposing counsel with real authority.

These firms believe in developing their associates, not just deploying them. You’ll have access to experienced trial attorneys who are invested in your growth, alongside a caseload that challenges you to think strategically, independently, and creatively.

What does the opportunity involve?

• Manage a diverse caseload from inception through resolution or trial
• Draft and argue pleadings, motions, appellate briefs, and discovery
• Take and defend depositions; represent clients in court and at arbitrations
• Conduct in-depth legal research and develop case strategy
• Retain and collaborate with expert witnesses
• Participate in mediations, arbitrations, court conferences, and trials
• Advise clients and stakeholders with strategic, practical counsel
• Manage deadlines and assignments with a high degree of independence
• Meet a 1,950‑hour annual billable requirement

We are looking for:

• 2+ years of civil litigation experience
• Strong legal drafting and oral advocacy skills
• Deposition and/or trial experience

This role represents two confidential client opportunities in the New York insurance defense and litigation market. Qualified candidates will be considered for both. All applications are handled with discretion.

Amelia Greenough

Legal Recruitment | Insurance Defense | NY & NJ Market Specialist