Defense Litigation Associate Attorney - Asbestos
Harris Beach Murtha
Defend asbestos defendants in state/federal courts, handling depositions, motions, trials.
13 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
New York, NY
Hybrid
Company Size
300 Employees
Service Specialisms
Legal Services
Litigation
Real Estate
Corporate Law
Mergers and Acquisitions
Employment Law
Environmental Law
Tax Law
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Education
Financial Services
Food and Beverage
Retail
Hospitality
Municipalities and Local Agencies
Corporate
Role
What you would be doing
depositions
legal drafting
research
client representation
case resolution
performance standards
- Take and defend depositions on a regular basis
- Draft memoranda, pleadings, motions, etc.
- Maintains high standards of performance
- Research various issues and collaborate with senior attorneys in developing proactive defense strategies
- Represent clients at courtroom appearances
- Navigate claims through resolution by dismissal, settlement, motion practice, or trial
What you bring
juris doctorate
2+ years
zoom
ms teams
organizational
ny/nj
- Demonstrated high level organizational skills for prioritizing workload
- Excellent research skills, writing skills and verbal communication required
- Must be able to function effectively in a fast-paced, team oriented environment
- 2+ years of deposition and courtroom experience in toxic tort matters required; preference for those with specific asbestos defense experience
- Must be admitted in New York AND New Jersey
- Must be able to manage competing priorities
- Must have ability to travel for in person depositions and court conferences, including overnight, as needed
- Exhibit conscientiousness, dedication, self-discipline, and a sense of responsibility
- Must have a professional, cooperative, positive and flexible attitude
- Military experience welcome
- The firm requires a minimum of 1900 billable hours annually
- Demonstrated ability to absorb, process and understand, new information rapidly
- Familiarity with Zoom, MS Teams, and other video conferencing platforms to participate in depositions, court conferences, and meetings
- Juris Doctorate from ABA-accredited law school
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Company
Overview
Over 50 Years
Years in Business
The firm has established a strong presence in various legal sectors over decades.
Fortune 500
Enterprise Clients
The firm serves a range of clients, including large corporations such as Fortune 500 companies.
- Specializes in providing services to both private and public sector clients, with a diverse range of industries served.
- Offers expertise in corporate law, real estate, environmental matters, and public infrastructure.
- Known for managing large-scale commercial and government projects, especially in energy and utilities.
- Distinct for its ability to handle complex regulatory issues and navigate government policy challenges.
- The firm has expanded through strategic mergers, strengthening its position across several U.S. regions.
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