Litigation Associate - National Firm

Lexitas Legal Talent Solutions; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Lexitas Legal Talent Solutions is seeking an experienced litigation associate to join its growing team in New York City or other locations. This trial-oriented firm offers competitive compensation starting at $100k+, depending on experience, along with comprehensive benefits.

As a litigation associate, you will manage cases, draft legal documents, and collaborate with senior attorneys. Ideal candidates will have over 2 years of experience in personal injury practice and strong legal research skills.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in personal injury practice.
• Demonstrated strong writing and research skills.
• Experience with trials preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a docket of litigation matters from filing through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests/responses, and legal memoranda.
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategies.
• Take and defend depositions, including fact witnesses and experts.
• Attend hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and support staff.

Skills

Strong writing skills

Legal research skills

Trial preparation

Education

JD from accredited law school

Job description

Our client, a prominent national plaintiff’s law firm, seeks an experienced litigation associate to join its growing team. This is an excellent growth opportunity for an attorney interested in being part of a trial-oriented firm devoted to strong client advocacy.

The firm offers highly competitive compensation and benefits, starting at 100k+ and up depending on experience. This position is on-site in any of their offices such as NYC, NJ, Florida, Denver.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a docket of litigation matters from filing through resolution
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests/responses, and legal memoranda
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategies
• Take and defend depositions, including fact witnesses and experts
• Attend hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and support staff to drive case development

Ideal candidates will have 2+ years in a personal injury practice on either the plaintiff or defense side. Candidates must be able to demonstrate strong writing and research skills. Experience preparing for and participating in trials is strongly preferred.

Lexitas prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.