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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

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