Associate Attorney

Segal McCambridge; United States; Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and parental leave

Professional development assistance

Job summary

Segal McCambridge, a national litigation firm, is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney for their New York office. This hybrid role focuses on general liability defense litigation involving various matters such as premises liability and personal injury defense. Candidates must have an active New York law license and at least 1 year of civil litigation experience. The position offers a competitive salary of $110,000 – $170,000 based on experience, along with various benefits and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of civil litigation experience, ideally with a focus on general liability defense.
• Ability to independently manage multiple cases and deadlines.
• Experience with mediation, arbitration, or trial is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Managing cases from inception through resolution or trial.
• Drafting pleadings, discovery, and motions.
• Taking and defending depositions.
• Conducting legal research and developing case strategies.

Skills

Litigation skills

Legal writing

Research skills

Oral advocacy

Communication skills

Education

Active license to practice law in New York

Job description

Segal McCambridge, 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:

• Premises liability
• 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

This is a hybrid position with a flexible mix of remote work and in-office collaboration.

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

• Competitive base salary: $110,000 – $170,000 , 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
• Professional development assistance
• Employee referral program
• Employee assistance program and discounts

About Segal McCambridge

Founded in 1986, Segal McCambridge is a nationally recognized litigation firm with offices in more than 20 cities across the U.S. We 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

We combine 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.

How to Apply

If you're an experienced litigator ready to take the next step in your career and work on challenging general liability cases in a supportive, growth-oriented environment, we want to hear from you. Please submit your resume for consideration.