Associate Attorney

Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Insurance: medical, dental, vision,  d

Unlimited PTO

Mentorship program

Flexible work from home policy

Referral program

Job summary

Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP seeks an associate for its Manhattan office with 3+ years of experience in general liability and/or defense litigation. You must be admitted to the New York State Bar.

The firm emphasizes collaboration, research, and strategic thinking to meet client objectives across offices and practice areas. Attorneys enjoy a flexible work from home policy, strong mentorship, and opportunities for advancement within a nationally recognized, diverse, and supportive

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant defense litigation experience.
• Must be admitted to the New York State Bar.
• Excellent research and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with lead attorneys on all phases of litigation, from evaluation to trial preparation.
• Handle case evaluation, discovery, depositions, and trial preparation with a strategic focus.
• Contribute to meeting client objectives through effective advocacy and analysis.

Skills

General liability

Defense litigation

Legal research

Legal writing

Job description

WSHB is looking for associate applicants for it's New York (Manhattan) office with at least 3+ years of relevant experience in general liability and/or defense litigation. You must be admitted to the New York State Bar - no exceptions.

WSHB attorneys handle a wide-spectrum of matters. On a daily basis, associates work closely with lead attorneys on all phases of litigation from case evaluation and reporting, discovery and depositions, through trial presentation, with an emphasis on strategic thinking to meet client objectives. Recognized nationally for its commitment to diversity and an inclusive atmosphere, WSHB provides attorneys a flexible work from home policy and the opportunity to collaborate with lead attorneys across offices as well as across a variety of practice areas. Excellent research and writing skills are a must. Join an innovative firm and team of attorneys with a reputation for professional excellence that offer the flexibility and casualness of the modern legal practice.

Benefits include:

• A competitive salary package, including the potential for bonuses
• Insurance including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and a flexible spending account
• Unlimited PTO
• Mentorship program including hands-on training, regular feedback, and a clear path for advancement
• A flexible work from home policy
• Referral program

Salary depends on experience.