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Weber Gallagher · 2 days ago

Associate Attorney – Civil Defense Litigation

New York, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$130K/yr - $170K/yr

3+ years exp

Weber Gallagher is a thriving and growing firm with more than 130 legal professionals in 13 locations. They are seeking an Associate Attorney to join their civil defense litigation group in New York City, focusing on various general liability litigation matters. The successful candidate will manage cases, draft legal documents, and communicate with clients and other parties involved.

BankingConsultingFinance

Hiring Manager

Nicole Noronha

Responsibilities

Manage a diverse caseload from inception through resolution

Draft pleadings, answer written discovery, take depositions, and participate in arbitrations and trials

Take and defend depositions of parties, fact witnesses, and expert witnesses

Conduct comprehensive legal research and analysis to develop sound case strategies

Communicate with clients, the court, witnesses, opposing counsel, and co-counsel

Provide regular and timely updates to clients on case status, strategy, and potential outcomes

Work collaboratively with partners, associates, and legal staff

Manage cases while adhering to billing and budget requirements

Ability to travel for court, client meetings, etc

Ability to work a hybrid schedule

Qualification

Civil litigation experienceNY bar licenseJ.D. from accredited law schoolResearchCourtroom experienceWriting skillsAnalytical skillsInterest in defense litigationClerkship experienceCommunication skills