Defense Litigation Associate – Grow as a Trial Lawyer (NY)

Gerber Ciano Kelly Brady LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with match

Flexible work options

Paid time off

Job summary

Gerber Ciano Kelly Brady LLP is seeking an associate attorney with 1–3 years of experience in Downstate New York to support the firm’s New York defense practice. This is a great opportunity for a junior attorney to develop litigation skills in a collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate should have strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills, and be admitted to practice in New York. Compensation is commensurate with experience and includes benefits like health and 401(k).

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of litigation experience, preferably in a law firm setting.
• Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and meet deadlines consistently.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with all phases of New York defense litigation.
• Drafting legal documents including pleadings, motions, and legal memoranda.
• Conducting legal research and preparing comprehensive reports.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Professionalism

Sound judgment

Work ethic

Education

Admission to practice in New York

Additional bar admissions in NJ, CT, or PA

Job description

Gerber Ciano Kelly Brady LLP is seeking an associate attorney with 1–3 years of experience in Downstate New York to support the firm’s New York defense practice. This is a great opportunity for a junior attorney to develop litigation skills in a collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate should have strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills, and be admitted to practice in New York. Compensation is commensurate with experience and includes benefits like health and 401(k).