We are conducting a search for a motivated associate with 3-5+ years of first-chair deposition and courtroom experience in general/premises liability and/or product liability matters. A Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school is required. Admission to the New York Bar is mandatory; admission to the New Jersey Bar is a plus.

You will assist the Medical and Life Sciences team in defending general and premises liability cases for various clients, including senior living facilities, healthcare providers, and restaurant/building owners. Additionally, you will support the defense of product liability cases involving manufacturers of prescription, over-the-counter, and consumer-use FDA-regulated products in New York, New Jersey, and federal courts.

What You'll Do:

• Take and defend depositions;
• Research various legal, medical and scientific issues and collaborate with senior attorneys about strategies;
• Draft memoranda, briefs, significant and complex motions including motions for summary judgment, pleadings, discovery;
• Draft reports to clients, including deposition reports, medical record analyses, case analysis reports, case valuations;
• Coordinate with and work-up expert witnesses;
• Participate in trial, mediation and ADR planning and preparation;
• Represent clients at courtroom appearances, including oral argument of motions and discovery conferences; and
• The firm requires a minimum of 1900 billable hours annually

What You'll Bring:

• 3-5+ years of first chair deposition, and courtroom experience in general/premises liability and/or product liability matters required;
• Juris Doctorate from ABA accredited law school required
• Must be admitted in New York; New Jersey a plus;
• Must have familiarity and experience with New York Courts;
• Excellent research, writing and verbal communication skills required;
• Must be innovative and able to function effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment;
• Ability to work independently and manage competing deadlines in a timely manner;
• Exhibits conscientiousness, dedication, self-discipline, and a sense of responsibility;
• Must have a professional, cooperative, positive and flexible attitude;
• Ability to work with diverse personalities within various levels of the organization;
• Must exhibit well-developed interpersonal and client relation skills;
• Military experience welcome.