New York: Litigation Associate Attorney

Wood Smith Henning & Berman LLP; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible spending account

Job summary

Wood Smith Henning & Berman LLP in New York City seeks an associate with at least 3 years of relevant experience for its medical malpractice and toxic tort defense groups. The candidate must be licensed in New York and ready to work with lead attorneys on all litigation phases.

The firm emphasizes a flexible work-from-home policy and collaboration across offices, with a focus on excellent research and writing.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of relevant experience in medical malpractice and toxic tort defense.
• Licensed to practice law in New York, with no exceptions.
• Strong research and writing skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with lead attorneys on all phases of litigation from investigations to trial.
• Prepare memoranda, pleadings, discovery, and deposition materials.
• Support clients and provide strategic recommendations to meet objectives.

Skills

Litigation

Medical malpractice

Toxic tort defense

Client counseling

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Licensed to practice in New York

Job description

The New York City office of WSHB, a national civil litigation defense firm, is looking for associate applicants with at least 3 years of relevant experience for its expanding medical malpractice and toxic tort defense litigation groups. You must be licensed in New York - no exceptions.

As the ‘go to’ litigation firm for dozens of domestic and international insurance carriers, as well as many large private clients, WSHB attorneys handle a wide-spectrum of matters. On a daily basis, associates work closely with lead attorneys on all phases of litigation, from rapid response investigations following catastrophic losses, 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. Experience in insurance defense litigation and general familiarity with carrier billing and reporting guidelines is preferred. 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