Associate Attorney

Partners Legal Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Partners Legal Search is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney for their New York office, focusing on general liability defense litigation. This role offers the opportunity to manage a diverse caseload and engage in high-exposure matters with guidance from seasoned trial attorneys.

The ideal candidate holds an active New York law license and has at least one year of civil litigation experience. The firm offers competitive salaries, annual bonuses, and a collaborative culture that promotes

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of civil litigation experience, preferably in general liability defense.
• Strong litigation skills: pleadings, motions, discovery, depositions, and client reporting.
• Ability to independently manage multiple cases and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage cases from inception through resolution or trial.
• Draft pleadings, discovery, and motions.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategies.
• Participate in mediations, arbitrations, court conferences, and trials.
• Communicate with clients, carriers, and opposing counsel.
• Collaborate with partners and team members on case strategy.

Skills

Litigation skills

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Active license to practice law in New York

1+ year of civil litigation experience

Dual licensure in another jurisdiction (CT preferred)

Job description

A national litigation firm with a long-standing reputation for excellence in the courtroom is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to join our New York office with a focus on general liability defense litigation.

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who wants to take ownership of their cases while working in a collaborative environment with mentorship from experienced trial attorneys. You’ll be involved in challenging, high-exposure matters and supported by a national team of seasoned litigators.

About the Role:

You’ll handle a diverse caseload of general liability matters, including:

• Property damage
• Personal injury defense
• Construction-related general liability
• Child Victim Act
• Trucking/Transportation
• Other tort and civil litigation

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing cases from inception through resolution or trial
• Drafting pleadings, discovery, and motions
• Taking and defending depositions
• Conducting legal research and developing case strategies
• Participating in mediations, arbitrations, court conferences, and trials
• Communicating with clients, carriers, and opposing counsel
• Collaborating with partners and other team members on case strategy

What We’re Looking For

• Active license to practice law in New York (required)
• 1+ year of civil litigation experience, ideally with a focus on general liability defense
• Strong litigation skills: pleadings, motions, discovery, depositions, and client reporting
• Excellent legal writing, research, and oral advocacy skills
• Ability to independently manage multiple cases and deadlines
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience with mediation, arbitration, or trial is a plus
• Dual licensure in another jurisdiction is a bonus (CT preferred)

What We Offer

• Base salary: $110–$170k, based on experience
• Annual bonus eligibility and credit for business origination
• A collaborative firm culture with real opportunities for career advancement
• Access to sophisticated, high-exposure litigation work

Benefits include:

• 401(k) with employer match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid time off and parental leave
• Employee referral program
• Employee assistance program and discounts

About the Firm:

They are a nationally recognized litigation firm with offices in more than 20 cities across the U.S. They represent Fortune 500 companies, insurers, and individuals in a broad array of complex litigation areas, including

• General liability and tort defense
• Construction and labor law
• Product and professional liability
• Insurance coverage and bad faith
• Toxic torts, environmental, and employment law
• Cybersecurity, transportation, and more

The firm combines the resources of a national firm with the close-knit culture of a collaborative team. Our attorneys are trusted trial lawyers known for delivering exceptional results in complex matters.