Associate Attorney, Consumer Litigation

Scott + Scott LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental insurance

Vision Insurance

401K with matching

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Parental Leave at 100% pay

Job summary

Scott + Scott LLP is looking for an experienced Litigation Associate to join their Consumer Litigation practice in New York, NY. The role includes initiating cases, drafting pleadings, managing discovery, and depositions. Comprehensive qualifications are required, including at least 3 years of litigation experience and a JD. The position offers a competitive salary range of $170,000 to $230,000 and a generous benefits package aimed at improving employee quality of life.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of consumer or class action litigation experience.
• Strong academic performance in law school.
• Experience with preparing for depositions and drafting pleadings.

Responsibilities

• Initiate new cases and draft pleadings.
• Generate and respond to discovery requests.
• Take and defend depositions, engage in case management.

Skills

Consumer or class action litigation experience

Excellent legal research skills

Written and oral communication skills

Case and project management skills

Travel flexibility

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school

Admission to the New York State Bar

Job description

Scott+Scott Attorneys at Law LLP seeks an experienced Litigation Associate to join their Consumer Litigation practice group . This Attorney will initiate new cases, draft pleadings and briefs, generate and respond to discovery requests, take and defend depositions, and actively engage in case management.

This is a full time, salaried role based at our New York, New York office with the potential to win increasing responsibilities within the practice group and attain professional growth by demonstrating knowledge, aptitude, and skill.

Required Experience & Education

• 3+ years of consumer or class action litigation experience required
• Excellent legal research and written and oral communication skills
• Experience with researching and drafting pleadings and briefs
• Experience with drafting and responding to discovery requests
• Experience preparing for taking and defending depositions
• Excellent case and project management skills
• Travel to depositions, mediations, meetings, and hearings, as necessary
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school with strong academic performance
• Admission in good standing to the New York State Bar.

COMPETENCIES

Problem Solving

Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations.

Interpersonal Skills

Displays good conflict resolution skills; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others’ ideas and tries new things.

Oral Communication

Speaks clearly; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings.

Writes clearly; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

Teamwork

Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Puts success of team above own interests; Supports everyone’s efforts to succeed.

Professionalism

Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

Compensation

The annual salary range for this salaried, exempt position is $170,000 to 230,000.

Salary determination will depend on the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

Benefits

Scott+Scott Attorneys at Law LLP offers a generous package of benefits with the intention of providing their employees with programs and resources that can improve their quality of life. The following benefits create added value to the work experience and make us a premier employer for full‑time employees:

• Health, Dental insurance (+ Firm sponsored contribution towards monthly premium)
• Vision Insurance
• HSA (+ Firm contribution, must be enrolled in a HDHP medical plan)
• Firm provided coverage for Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability, Term Life, AD&D Insurance
• Supplemental insurance coverage for Accident, Hospital and Critical Illness
• Pet Insurance
• Care service resources for children and adults
• 401K with matching
• Parental Leave @ 100% pay + additional paid family leave support per State requirements
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 10 paid holidays observed throughout the calendar year

Equal Opportunity Policy Statement

Scott+Scott Attorneys at Law LLP provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Contact: Emily Turner, Director of Human Resources:[e-mail].