Mid-Level Attorney - Transportation Defense

Morrison Mahoney LLP; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Hybrid work arrangement

12 Paid Holidays

Flexible Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Disability programs

Job summary

Morrison Mahoney LLP seeks a full-time Associate Attorney (Transportation) in a hybrid role in New York. The candidate should have 5+ years of civil litigation defending Transportation matters, with the ability to manage cases from inception to resolution, including depositions, motions, and discovery.

The firm offers a flexible hybrid schedule and a salary range of $130,000-$185,000, commensurate with experience. You will work with top AV-rated attorneys in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of civil litigation experience defending Transportation matters.
• Ability to draft and argue dispositive motions and perform legal research.
• Experience handling depositions, discovery, and arbitration/mediation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Take and defend depositions.
• Prepare and file dispositive motions.
• Handle ADR (arbitrations/mediations) when needed.
• Prepare comprehensive status reports for insurers.

Skills

Litigation experience

Case management

Drafting dispositive motions

Legal research

Depositions

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

New York State Bar admission

ABA-accredited law school

Job description

ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY (Transportation) - Hybrid

Morrison Mahoney LLP is seeking a full-time Associate Attorney to join our team! This is an exciting opportunity for attorneys with 5+ years of civil litigation experience handling the defense of Transportation matters.

We offer a flexible hybrid work arrangement designed to support a healthy work-life balance. As part of our team, you will work alongside dedicated professionals in a respectful, collaborative, and inclusive environment that values and rewards meaningful contributions. We provide a competitive salary range of $130,000-$185,000, commensurate with experience.

To be considered, a qualified candidate will have the ability to manage cases from inception through resolution. This includes (but is not limited to):

• Taking and defending depositions
• Preparing and filing dispositive motions
• Prior ADR experience handling arbitrations and mediations
• Ability to prepare comprehensive status reports for insurers

Why Join Morrison Mahoney?

We are proud to be recognized as one of the premier litigation law firms in the Northeast. From day one, you'll gain meaningful, hands-on experience alongside top AV-rated attorneys. You'll become a member of a dynamic team, working on diverse and challenging cases that foster both professional growth and personal development. Most importantly, you'll be supported by colleagues who are genuinely invested in your success and career advancement.

A Day in the Life of an Associate Attorney

As an Associate Attorney at Morrison Mahoney, you will take on a dynamic and engaging role that offers an ideal balance of independent responsibility and collaborative teamwork. You will manage your own caseload from inception through resolution, drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery requests; preparing for and attending depositions, hearings, and trials; and ensuring meticulous compliance with all court deadlines and scheduling requirements.

In this role, you will work closely with clients, experts, and fellow attorneys to develop and execute effective litigation strategies. Clear and consistent client communication will be essential, including providing regular updates and comprehensive written status reports. You will also conduct in-depth legal research, prepare strategic memoranda, and collaborate with partners and senior attorneys to ensure seamless case management.

This multifaceted position offers a meaningful opportunity to build a rewarding and impactful career in the legal profession.

What Matters Most

An Associate Attorney handling Transportation defense cases will need a robust set of skills and qualifications, all of which are key attributes for success in this position:

• A Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school and admission to the New York State Bar.
• At least 5 years of experience handling the defense of Transportation, Construction Litigation, and Tort Liability.
• Ability to draft and argue dispositive motions, perform legal research and respond to discovery requests.
• Health Advocate
• Short + Long Term Disability Program
• Military Leave
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Plan
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Flexible Paid Time Off
• Discounts on tickets, shows, hotels and more
• Identity Theft Protection
• Associate Education Program