Litigation Associate Attorney - High-earning Incentives
Location: Fishkill, NY
**Must relocate to Syracuse, Uniondale, Buffalo, or Fishkill. This is an in office position.**
Note: The total compensation of $100,000 - $220,000 comprises salary and bonuses and is based on experience.
About Our Client:
- Our client is a well-known boutique litigation firm with a broad practice in the state.
- Specializing in defense work in various areas such as medical and professional liability, labor law, employment, products liability, and insurance defense.
- Offices are located in Syracuse (HQ), Uniondale, Buffalo, and Fishkill.
- Established in 1946, with a team of over 30 attorneys handling personal injury, malpractice, and commercial claims in state and federal courts across New York State.
Job Description:
- Seeking a highly driven civil Trial Attorney with 1-5 years of experience.
- Responsibilities include managing cases from the beginning to trial preparation, drafting legal documents, and conducting depositions.
- Developing and executing effective strategies for clients.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in insurance defense.
- Preferred 1-5 years of civil litigation experience.
- Excellent academic background.
- Demonstrated writing skills and courtroom advocacy capabilities.
- Must be licensed to practice law in New York State.
Why This is a Great Opportunity:
- Lucrative bonuses.
- Join a successful firm with a strong track record and an aggressive, innovative litigation approach.
- Thrive in a dynamic environment with room for personal and professional development.
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
- Collaborate with a dedicated team focused on achieving the best outcomes for clients.
Associate Benefit Program
Health Insurance:
- 50% of premiums covered for the initial three years, then 75%.
- Annual stipend available if health insurance is not needed.
Insurance:
- Long-term disability insurance after six months.
- Term life insurance coverage.
Health Club and Cell Phone:
- Yearly contribution towards health club membership.
- Monthly allowance for cell phone plan.
401K and Profit Sharing:
- Eligible after one year of employment.
- Firm matches a portion of contributions.
- Eligible for firm profit sharing after one year.
Additional Coverage:
- Group dental insurance (not covered by the firm).
Professional Fees:
- Payment for attorney registration.
- Bar Association dues.
- Coverage for CLE requirements.
JOB CODE: JPC - 40
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $100,000.00 - $220,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- insurance defense: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- New York Bar (Required)
Work Location: In person
JPC - 40
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