Associate Attorney (New York Office)

The Gori Law Firm

Associate Attorney (New York Office)

Employee Job Description

Position Title: Associate Attorney (New York Office)

Reports To: Supervising Attorney

Position: Full Time; Salary Exempt

Supervisor Role: No

Overall Descriptions of the Position:

An associate attorney is responsible for conducting depositions of fact and expert witnesses; developing, sending, and responding to discovery; effectively communicating with clients; researching and drafting motions and briefs; and generally working up an asbestos-disease case from intake to trial.

Position Requirements:

2-4 years attorney experience - mass tort, personal injury or asbestos experience preferred

Proficient in MS Office Applications such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

Self-motivated and well-organized

Ability to problem solve and strategize

Compassion for helping terminally sick clients

Adaptable and responsive to client needs based on health status

Position Duties (including, but not limited to):

Assist Supervising Attorney with case work up and motions

Conduct client and witness interviews to obtain and evaluate information

Depose witnesses and clients

Appear in court as needed

Assist with Plaintiff's discovery preparation

Assist in returning and responding to client and defense counsel communication

Gather and analyze information by examining records such as Social Security, Medical, Military, and Union records

Delegate assignments to team paralegals and legal assistants

Education, Certificates and Licenses:

Licensed to practice Law in the State of New York (required) and State of New Jersey (preferred) and Pennsylvania (preferred)

Must be able to pass pre-employment background check

Compensation details: Yearly Salary

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Full Time