Associate Attorney

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Provide client communication and advice as it relates to litigation risks and outcomes, legal rights and obligations, etc.
• Evaluation of findings and development of strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases.
• Drafting and performing legal review and analysis and advising on issues for the area of law practiced.
• Preparation and attendance of mediations and hearings as required.
• Client interaction and problem resolution as it relates to case hearings.
• Integration of best practices and standards in handling clients and their cases.
• Timely preparation of discovery to opposing parties, and respond to discovery by opposing parties.
• Development of new clients, maintain relationships with existing clients.
• Meeting requirements for designated minimum billable time (hours/receivables)

Requirements

• Experience in General Liability defense litigation, preferably 4-7 years.
• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited university
• Must be admitted to practice law and in good standing with the bar of the State of Illinois and able to be admitted in all Federal District Courts in Florida, if not already admitted.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical and research skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and produce an accurate and high-quality work product.
• Strong computer skills, including MS Word, Outlook, and Excel, Westlaw, and time-billing software.

Pay

Competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package for attorneys, including medical, dental & vision insurance, employer-paid life insurance, employer-paid long-term disability insurance, generous 401(k) plan match, paid vacation, and more.

Schedule

Not specified

Benefits

Employer-paid life insurance, employer-paid long-term disability insurance, generous 401(k) plan match, paid vacation, and more.

Qualifications

QPWB is an equal opportunity employer.

Schedule

Not specified

Location

New York, NY