New York-Associate Attorney
Lawyers for Justice, P.C.® · New York, NY · 1 mo ago
On-siteLegal$130k–$170k/yrFull-time
About the role
The Associate Attorney will support and assist in the representation of clients in state and federal plaintiff's-side wage-and-hour, class, and representative action litigation against regional, national, and Fortune 500 companies. Our caseload is growing and the ideal candidate for this position is a licensed attorney who is organized, professional, eager to learn, and committed to achieving strong outcomes for our clients.
Responsibilities
- Conducting legal research
- Drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery responses
- Assisting with deposition preparation and attendance
- Preparing for and appearing at court hearings
- Communicating with clients under the guidance of senior attorneys
Qualifications
- Licensed to practice law in New York (or licensed in another U.S. jurisdiction with pending admission to the New York Bar)
- 1‑3 years of experience in civil litigation, including discovery, oral advocacy, appearing in court, motion practice, and taking/defending depositions
- Prior experience with class actions, complex litigation, and wage‑and‑hour litigation is a plus
- Ability to travel on occasion
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Opportunity for Performance Based Discretionary Bonus & Merit Increases
Pay
$130,000 - $170,000 per year