Defense Litigation Associate Attorney

Aaronson Rappaport Feinstein & Deutsch, LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent NYC litigation firm seeks a litigation associate to manage medical malpractice defense cases. Responsibilities include depositions, court appearances, and drafting reports. Ideal candidates will have a J.D., be admitted in NY, and possess 2-5 years of civil defense litigation experience. The firm offers competitive compensation and a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Competitive compensation package including bonuses

Generous employer health insurance contributions

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in civil defense litigation.
• Ability to manage a large and complex caseload.

Responsibilities

• Handle medical malpractice defense matters including depositions.
• Drafting client reports and motion practice.
• Conduct court appearances and meetings with experts.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Superior legal acumen

Independent thinking

Team player

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Admitted in NY

Job description

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Base pay range

$100,000.00/yr - $130,000.00/yr

Aaronson Rappaport, a prominent NYC litigation firm with offices in NYC and LI, seeks a litigation associate to handle medical malpractice defense matters. Job responsibilities will include depositions, court appearances, drafting of client reports, motion practice, record reviews, and meetings with experts.

The ideal candidate will have received a J.D. from an accredited law school and be admitted in NY with 2-5 years of experience in civil defense litigation.

Desirous attributes include strong communication skills (written and oral), superior legal acumen, independent thinking, and the ability to manage a large and complex caseload while being an effective team player.

Aaronson Rappaport provides a collegial work environment and competitive compensation package, including bonuses and generous employer health insurance contributions. Compensation range: $100,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

This employer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Law Practice

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

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