About the role
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We are looking for a Civil Litigation Associate with 1-8 years of experience to join our trial-focused boutique. We are seeking a courtroom-comfortable attorney who is eager to gain significant, hands-on deposition and trial experience from day one.
What will you be doing?
- Handle all aspects of civil litigation matters from inception through trial.
- Draft discovery requests, responses, and substantive motion practice.
- Take and defend depositions, often within your first few months.
- Gain immediate courtroom experience with first and second chair trial work.
- Interact directly with clients, insurance carriers, and claims handlers.
Key Requirements
- Admitted and active member of the New York State Bar.
- 1-8 years of post-bar experience in civil litigation or transferable courtroom work (e.g., criminal).
- Strong legal writing skills, with a writing sample required for submission.
- A genuine, demonstrated interest in pursuing trial work.
- Must have a sustainable commute to one of our offices (Syracuse, Fishkill, Uniondale, or Buffalo).