Litigation Associate (Insurance Defense / Personal Injury / Labor Law) – New York, NY

Recruiting Partner: Jessica Jones

New York, New York | Legal | Hybrid | $125,000 to $150,000 | Job ID: 175257

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Litigation Associate (Insurance Defense / Personal Injury / Labor Law) – Hybrid – New York, NY

Join a fast-growing boutique litigation firm in New York City that offers lawyers immediate file ownership, true mentorship, and a culture that values both professional growth and work-life balance. This is an exceptional opportunity for attorneys seeking hands-on trial experience and the chance to manage cases from start to finish, all within a supportive, highly respected litigation team.

Litigation Associate Benefits & Compensation

  • Competitive base salary with performance-based bonuses (bonuses starting at 1,950 hours and additional incentives for trial or settlement achievements)
  • Hybrid work flexibility
  • 1,900 billable hour expectation
  • 401(k)
  • Generous PTO
  • Ongoing mentorship and structured professional development
  • Collaborative, low-ego environment focused on real trial exposure and healthy work-life balance

Litigation Associate Requirements & Qualifications

  • J.D. from an accredited law school
  • Active New York Bar admission
  • Minimum 3 years of litigation experience
  • Insurance defense, personal injury, or labor law experience strongly preferred
  • Strong deposition, motion practice, and courtroom experience
  • Demonstrated ability to independently manage legal files
  • Excellent written, verbal, and organizational skills

Litigation Associate Preferred Background & Skills

  • Experience handling premises liability or construction-related litigation
  • Background in direct client communications and strategy development

Litigation Associate Day-to-Day Responsibilities

  • Independently manage a caseload of complex litigation matters from inception to resolution
  • Conduct and defend depositions, attend court appearances, hearings, conferences, and oral arguments
  • Draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and summary judgment motions
  • Communicate directly with clients, insurance carriers, and opposing counsel
  • Develop case strategy and provide evaluations
  • Prepare matters for mediation, arbitration, settlement, and trial
  • Maintain accurate billing records and ensure timely client reporting

This is a unique chance to join a team that values your growth, rewards your contributions, and trusts you to make an impact both inside and outside the courtroom.

 

JOB ID: 175257

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