Litigation Associate at Kaufman Dolowich LLP

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Jun, 26

Salary

160000.0

Posted On

14 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Litigation, Drafting, Discovery, Depositions, Motions, Court Conferences, Oral Arguments, Defense Litigation, Communication, Problem Solving, Word, Excel, Microsoft Office

Industry

Legal Services

Description

The New York City offices of Kaufman Dolowich LLP are seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing and dynamic team within a firm of more than 250 attorneys nationwide, recognized by U.S. News on their list of "Best Companies to Work For - Law Firms." Our collaborative environment values integrity, innovation, and excellence in client service. Key Responsibilities:The successful candidate will be expected to independently handle all aspects of litigation, including: Drafting and responding to written discovery Taking and defending depositions Preparing and arguing motions Participating in court conferences and oral arguments Why KD? Uncapped opportunities for career advancement Team-first culture with open communication and support Impactful work that drives real client results Robust bonus program Qualifications: Minimum of 3 years of defense litigation Admitted to practice in New York Superior academic credentials from a top tier accredited law school Strong written and verbal communication skills Proficiency with Word, Excel and other Microsoft Office products Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly Base Salary Range: $135,000 - $160,000 Please note that the stated salary range is an estimate and does not guarantee a specific offer. Actual compensation will be determined based on market location, as well as the candidate’s experience, skills, and job-related qualifications. Base salary represents just one component of the comprehensive Total Rewards package offered by Kaufman Dolowich, which also includes a discretionary and billable hours-based bonus program and a robust benefits offering for full-time employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at KD without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. Kaufman Dolowich is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to independently manage all facets of litigation, which includes drafting and responding to written discovery, taking and defending depositions, and preparing and arguing motions.