Company name:BCG Attorney SearchExperience:1-8 yrs requiredLocation:White Plains, NY, United StatesPosted on:Jan 20, 2025Valid Through:Feb 19, 2025ProfileJob Overview:A well-established law firm is seeking a skilled Associate Attorney to join its Mass Torts and Industry-Wide Litigation team. The ideal candidate will focus on asbestos litigation and represent defendants in both state and federal courts. This position offers an opportunity to collaborate with colleagues across various offices and work on complex, high-stakes litigation.Duties:Take and defend depositions regularlyConduct legal research and collaborate with senior attorneys to develop defense strategiesManage claims through resolution, including dismissals, settlements, motion practice, and trialDraft legal memoranda, pleadings, and motionsRepresent clients at courtroom appearancesAchieve a minimum of 1900 billable hours annuallyRequirements:2+ years of deposition and courtroom experience in toxic tort matters requiredAdmission to New York requiredAdmission to Connecticut, Massachusetts, and/or New Jersey preferred (or ability to waive into NJ)Proficient in using Zoom, MS Teams, and other video conferencing platforms for remote depositions, court conferences, and meetingsAbility to travel for in-person depositions and court conferences, including overnight travel as neededEducation:Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law schoolCertifications:Admission to practice law in New York (required)Additional state admissions (preferred)Skills:Excellent research, writing, and verbal communication skillsStrong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectivelyAbility to quickly absorb and process new informationAbility to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environmentStrong dedication, professionalism, and a positive attitudeAbility to manage competing priorities and maintain high-performance standardsMilitary experience is a plusJob Location:White Plains, NYCompany info:BCG Attorney Search125 Park Avenue, 25th floorNew York, NY, United States 10017Phone: (212) 232-0277Fax: (213) 895-7306#J-18808-Ljbffr