Job Description
Our client, an established securities law firm, growing New York office is looking to hire an experienced attorney to work in a challenging but rewarding environment assisting with securities litigation cases in New York State courts and other courts throughout the country.
This is a great opportunity for an attorney seeking hands-on experience. We are looking for a proactive, organized attorney that excels in legal writing.
Job Duties : Primary duties consist of, but are not limited to the following :
- Research, drafting and review of documents for key litigation issues;
- Privilege review to determine applicability of privilege(s) and preparation of privilege logs;
- Factual research;
- Drafting document requests, interrogatories, requests to admit, deposition notices;
- Deposition preparation and attendance / analysis of deposition transcripts for relevant testimony;
- Trial preparation and attendance;
- Mediation preparation;
- Settlement related activity;
- Draft complaints;
- Draft briefs
Qualifications
- A U.S. law degree;
- Must have at least 2 years of experience in related substantive matters (class of 2021 and more senior);
- Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills;
- Must be able to work independently and confidently able to collaborate with individuals at all levels of the organization;
- Excellent organizational and project management skills;
- Good attention to detail;
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Hybrid - attorneys currently work in the New York office three days per week.
We provide a full host of benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance; short and long term disability insurance;
401k participation; technology reimbursement; student loan reimbursement; and in-office snacks and drinks.