Litchfield Cavo LLP · 4 weeks ago
Associate Attorney (General Liability)
New York, NY, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$120K/yr - $150K/yr
5+ years expLitchfield Cavo LLP is a vibrant and growing nation-wide litigation defense law firm that strives to provide its employees with a supportive environment. The Associate Attorney will handle defense litigation matters involving general liability and is expected to manage a caseload effectively while demonstrating strong legal research and communication skills.
Consulting
Responsibilities
Draft, prepare and handle pleadings, motions, orders and legal memoranda
Draft and respond to written discovery and dispositive motions
Conduct legal research competently and with proficiency
Prepare and take depositions of parties and experts
Review client documents, draft case evaluations and status report correspondence
Review, assess and handle matters from inception to trial
Assist with and participate in mediations and court appearances
Interact directly with clients, claim professionals, opposing counsel, colleagues and staff
Qualification
Required
At least five years defense litigation experience
Must be licensed to practice in New York courts
Proactively work independently and as part of a team
Demonstrate strong legal research and analytical skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail with superb organization and prioritization skills
Ability to move from case to case
Knowledge of both state and federal court procedures
Proficiency with MS Office including Excel, Outlook and navigating the internet
Preferred
Additional state admissions, including New Jersey, preferred
Benefits
Competitive compensation plan
Excellent benefits package
Substantial opportunities for professional development
Company
Litchfield Cavo LLP
Litchfield Cavo is a law firm that offers legal services in litigation and appellate law cases.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Alan Bernover
Partner
Alan Zelkowitz
Product Liability, Asbestos Litigation and Insurance Defense Partner
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