General Litigation Attorney

Robert Half • Melville, NY • 26min ago

Description

About the Firm

Our client is a nationally recognized litigation defense law firm with a longstanding reputation for delivering exceptional legal services and innovative litigation strategies. Originally established as a boutique toxic tort practice, the firm has grown into a nationally respected law firm with multiple offices throughout the United States.

The firm serves as national, regional, and trial counsel to Fortune 500 companies and other prominent businesses across a variety of industries, including energy, construction, manufacturing, technology, transportation, and insurance. Its practice focuses on complex litigation defense, including mass toxic tort litigation, commercial disputes, and other liability-related matters. The firm is committed to providing exceptional client service, developing a deep understanding of its clients' businesses, and serving as a strategic partner in managing and mitigating litigation risk.

Position Overview

Due to continued growth and the expansion of its New York presence, our client is seeking a motivated Litigation Associate Attorney to join its newly established Melville, NY office. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney with 3-5 years of litigation experience who is looking to take on meaningful case responsibility and play an integral role in the growth of a developing office.

The successful candidate will work closely with the office's leadership and legal support team, managing litigation matters from inception through resolution. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of independently managing a caseload while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Key Responsibilities

Proactively manage litigation matters from inception through resolution in both state and federal courts.

Draft pleadings, written discovery, dispositive motions, and other substantive legal documents.

Conduct comprehensive legal research and analysis, prepare case evaluations, and develop litigation strategies.

Take depositions of key fact witnesses, including plaintiffs.

Prepare case status reports, litigation updates, and strategic recommendations.

Handle client communications and provide updates regarding case developments as needed.

Collaborate closely with paralegals and legal support staff to ensure efficient case management.

Monitor litigation deadlines, court filings, and case schedules to ensure matters progress efficiently.

Requirements

Qualifications

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Active admission to the New York State Bar is required.

3-5 years of litigation experience.

Demonstrated ability and desire to proactively manage a litigation caseload from inception through resolution.

Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and oral communication skills.

Excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving abilities.

Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team environment.

Strong work ethic, professionalism, and attention to detail.

Must have a clean professional disciplinary record, with no history of bar disciplinary actions, ethics violations, or professional sanctions.

Commitment to delivering exceptional client service and contributing to client relationship development.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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