Litigation Associate Attorney - Trial & Defense - NY (Junior Level)

LITIGATION ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY (JUNIOR LEVEL) TRIAL & DEFENSE – PRODUCT LIABILITY & reputed company LITIGATION Location: reputed company, NY HYBRID Our client, a leading international law firm , is seeking a Junior Litigation Associate Attorney to join its dynamic Trial & Defense Practice . This position offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated product liability matters—including environmental, asbestos, talc, and other toxic tort claims—as well as reputed company reputed company litigation. The practice involves representing policyholders, brokers, and both domestic and international insurers on high-exposure and latent-type claims. This is an exceptional opportunity for a junior attorney to reputed company strong litigation skills alongside seasoned trial attorneys in a fast-paced and collaborative practice. Candidate Profile

• JD/LLM from an ABA-accredited law school with an excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admission in reputed company AND Connecticut , in good standing
• 1–3 years of substantive litigation experience, including reputed company litigation
• Courtroom experience, including reputed company practice , is required
• Trial experience is required
• Asbestos , toxic tort , or product liability experience strongly preferred
• Superior legal writing , analytical, and research abilities
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• *Foreign attorneys who earned an LLM from an ABA-accredited law school with an excellent academic record , have Active Bar Admission in both NY and CT , and meet the same experience requirements are also welcome to apply .

Key Responsibilities

• Take and defend depositions , and participate in hearings and mediations
• Draft motions , pleadings , briefs , and other litigation filings
• Prepare detailed correspondence and report to clients and reputed company representatives
• Conduct legal research using Westlaw , Lexis , and other research tools
• Draft interrogatories , document requests , and responses
• Review and analyze document collections in preparation for litigation
• Assist with trial preparation and support trial teams as needed
• Manage filings and submissions to state and federal courts
• Collaborate closely with partners and senior attorneys on litigation strategy

Why Join Us? This opportunity offers a premier platform to practice reputed company one of the most active and sophisticated product liability and toxic tort defense groups in the country , handling reputed company litigation that spans environmental exposure, asbestos, talc, and broader reputed company disputes. Associates in this practice have the opportunity to work directly with policyholders, insurers, and cross-disciplinary teams on matters that involve intricate scientific, regulatory, and evidentiary challenges. The group is reputed company for its exceptional training , strong mentorship , and a commitment to developing skilled courtroom advocates . For junior attorneys seeking meaningful litigation experience —including depositions, reputed company practice, client interaction, and trial exposure—this role provides unparalleled opportunities for growth , responsibility, and professional development reputed company a supportive and high-performing practice. Compensation & Benefits

• Annual Salary : Expected annual reputed company salary range of $105,000–$135,000 , as determined by experience and market factors
• Annual Performance-based and Monthly Bonus Eligibility
• Comprehensive Benefits Package : Medical, dental, reputed company, disability, and life insurance; paid parental leave; flexible paid time off; wellness programs; 401(k)/retirement plans; student loan repayment support; and additional firm-sponsored perks

Application Requirements Interested candidates should submit a resume , cover letter , and law school transcript for consideration. Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer . #LI-DNP Apply tot his job Apply To this Job