Associate Attorney - Toxic Tort/Product Liability - New York

Segal McCambridge Singer & Mahoney; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Attorney for its dynamic toxic tort and product liability practice group in New York City. This hybrid role offers a unique opportunity to enhance your litigation skills while managing a diverse case load. With a focus on teamwork and mentorship from seasoned partners, you will engage in challenging legal matters and have the chance for significant career advancement. If you are eager to take ownership of your projects and thrive in a collaborative environment, this position is perfect for you. Join a firm known for its commitment to excellence and client advocacy, and make a meaningful impact in the legal field.

Benefits

401(k) with match

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Professional development assistance

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience in civil litigation required.
• Current active license to practice law in New York is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage an assigned case load and handle all aspects from inception to resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and perform legal research.

Skills

Litigation skills

Legal research

Writing skills

Advocacy skills

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Multitasking

Analytical skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Active license to practice law in New York

Job description

Segal McCambridge, a national litigation firm, is seeking an Associate Attorney for its very active toxic tort (asbestos) / product liability practice group in our New York City office. This is an excellent opportunity for attorneys looking to hone their litigation skills and take responsibility for the day-to-day management of an assigned case load while still being afforded the benefit of working in a team environment and receiving training and mentorship from partners with deep experience in these practice areas. This is a hybrid position, with a flexible mixture of remote and intermittent in-office attendance.

We seek candidates with:

• Current, active license to practice law in New York. Dual licensure with surrounding states (NJ, PA, CT or MA) desirable;
• Minimum of 1 year experience in civil litigation including experience in drafting pleadings, written discovery; motions and other related litigation documents; performing legal research; taking and defending depositions; reporting to clients and/or insurance carriers; and other facets of the litigation process;
• Prior toxic tort experience preferred, but not required;
• Excellent legal research, writing and advocacy skills;
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple deadlines;
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills;
• Proven ability to analyze complex legal issues and produce top quality work;
• A willingness to be proactive and take ownership of projects and assignments;
• Experience handling mediations/arbitrations desirable.

This position offers exponential opportunities for career advancement within a well-established, but growing organization. Our attorneys work on sophisticated and challenging matters in a collaborative team environment. Associates take ownership of case management (along with a supervising partner) and have the ability to handle all aspects of a file from inception through resolution/trial.

If you are looking to be challenged and handle files independently while having the ability to work collaboratively with an experienced litigation team, please submit your resume.

Benefits:

• 401(k) with match
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

About the firm:

Segal McCambridge has built a reputation as a national law firm of accomplished trial attorneys for almost four decades. Founded in 1986, the firm has grown from a four-lawyer shop in Chicago to a national firm with additional offices in Austin, Boston, Detroit, Ft. Lauderdale, Houston, Indianapolis, Los Angeles, Memphis, New York City, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Providence, Roseland, San Francisco, St. Louis, Tampa and Wheeling. The firm routinely counsels and defends clients, including Fortune 500 companies, corporations, and individuals in complex litigation matters including, but not limited to: asbestos, class action, construction, employment, environmental, food and beverage, insurance coverage and bad faith, life sciences, product liability, professional liability, technology and cyber risk, transportation, and warranty.