Associate Attorney General Liability

BCG Attorney Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks an Associate Attorney in New York with 5+ years of defense litigation experience. The candidate must be admitted to the New York State Bar and may hold additional state admissions such as New Jersey.

You will draft pleadings, manage discovery, prepare for depositions, and conduct legal research while coordinating with clients and professionals across the firm. The role emphasizes meticulous case progression from inception to trial.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of defense litigation experience.
• JD degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the New York State Bar (required).

Responsibilities

• Draft, prepare, and handle pleadings, motions, orders, and legal memoranda.
• Draft and respond to written discovery and dispositive motions.
• Conduct legal research competently and with proficiency.
• Prepare and take depositions of parties and experts.
• Review client documents, draft case evaluations, and status report correspondence.
• Review, assess, and handle matters from inception to trial.
• Assist with and participate in mediations and court appearances.
• Interact directly with clients, claim professionals, opposing counsel, colleagues, and staff.

Skills

Defense litigation

Legal research

Written communication

Analytical skills

Case management

Attention to detail

MS Office

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney specializing in General Liability for its New York, NY office. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years of defense litigation experience and be licensed to practice in New York courts. Additional state admissions, such as New Jersey, are preferred.

Duties

• Draft, prepare, and handle pleadings, motions, orders, and legal memoranda.
• Draft and respond to written discovery and dispositive motions.
• Conduct legal research competently and with proficiency.
• Prepare and take depositions of parties and experts.
• Review client documents, draft case evaluations, and status report correspondence.
• Review, assess, and handle matters from inception to trial.
• Assist with and participate in mediations and court appearances.
• Interact directly with clients, claim professionals, opposing counsel, colleagues, and staff.

Requirements

• Minimum of five years of defense litigation experience.
• Licensed to practice in New York courts.
• Additional state admissions, including New Jersey, preferred.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

Admission to the New York State Bar.

Skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail with superb organization and prioritization skills.
• Ability to move efficiently from case to case.
• Knowledge of both state and federal court procedures.
• Proficiency with MS Office, including Excel and Outlook.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation plan.
• Excellent benefits package.
• Collegial and supportive work environment.
• Substantial opportunities for professional development.