New York: Associate Attorney

Wood Smith Henning & Berman LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Bonuses potential

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Disability and life insurance

Flexible spending account

Job summary

Wood Smith Henning & Berman LLP (WSHB) seeks an associate for its New York (Manhattan) office with at least two years of experience to join our appellate and motion team. Being admitted to the New York State Bar is required. Appellate division or clerkship experience is a plus and excellent research and writing skills are essential.

WSHB handles a broad range of litigation matters. Associates work closely with lead attorneys on all phases of litigation, from case evaluation through trial

Qualifications

• Excellent research and writing skills.
• Experience in appellate or motion practice is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead attorneys on all phases of litigation from evaluation to trial presentation.
• Collaborate across offices and practice areas with a focus on strategic thinking to meet client objectives.

Skills

Research skills

Legal writing

Education

Bar admission – NYS

Job description

WSHB is looking for associate applicants for its New York (Manhattan) office with at least 2 years of experience to join our growing appellate and motion team. Appellate division or clerkship experience is a plus. You must be admitted to the New York State Bar - no exceptions.

WSHB attorneys handle a wide-spectrum of matters. On a daily basis, associates work closely with lead attorneys on all phases of litigation from case evaluation and reporting, discovery and depositions, through trial presentation, with an emphasis on strategic thinking to meet client objectives. Recognized nationally for its commitment to diversity and an inclusive atmosphere, WSHB provides attorneys a flexible work from home policy and the opportunity to collaborate with lead attorneys across offices as well as across a variety of practice areas. Excellent research and writing skills are a must. Join an innovative firm and team of attorneys with a reputation for professional excellence that offer the flexibility and casualness of the modern legal practice.

Benefits include:

• A competitive salary package, including the potential for bonuses
• Insurance including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and a flexible spending account