Practice Area: Personal Injury Defense,Litigation - Commercial, Job Type: Attorney,
Firm Type: Law Firm, Experience: 2 Years, A law firm located in Staten Island, NY, is seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney. The candidate must be admitted (or admission pending) in the areas of personal injury and commercial litigation. Job Overview:The Litigation Associate Attorney will handle personal injury and commercial litigation cases, demonstrating strong analytical, writing, research, and communication skills. The candidate should be able to work independently, draft and argue motions, and take and defend depositions. Duties:Handle personal injury and commercial litigation casesDraft legal documents, including motions, pleadings, and briefsConduct legal research and analysisCommunicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and the courtTake and defend depositionsArgue motions in courtWork proactively and independently on case matters Requirements:Admitted attorney (or admission pending) in the areas of personal injury and commercial litigationStrong analytical, writing, research, and communication skillsExperience drafting and arguing motions preferredAbility to work independently and proactively Education:Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school Certifications:Admitted attorney in the areas of personal injury and commercial litigation Skills:Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, GoogleDocs, and DropBoxFamiliarity with legal research platforms such as Westlaw and LexisKnowledge of case management software (Time Matters a plus) For over six decades, attorneys in this firm have been helping clients in the areas of personal injury, business matters, real estate, trusts and estate, and auto accidents. The firm is known for providing high-quality service in an efficient and cost-effective manner. The firm utilizes the latest computerized legal research technology.