Description
Traub Lieberman is seeking an Associate (1–3 years) to join our team in White Plains, New York. This role provides hands-on experience across a broad range of complex litigation and coverage matters, including independently managing cases, conducting depositions and discovery, drafting pleadings and motions, performing legal research and analysis, preparing client reports, tracking time entries, and representing clients at case management conferences, mediations, and pre-trial settlement conferences.
The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and eager to take ownership of their matters while working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Associates benefit from direct partner mentorship, meaningful responsibility, and a robust training program designed to support long-term professional growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage litigation matters from inception through resolution with appropriate supervision.
- Draft motions, pleadings, discovery demands, and coverage analyses.
- Represent clients at court appearances, depositions, mediations, and arbitrations.
- Communicate regularly with clients, carriers, and co-counsel regarding case strategy and status.
- Collaborate with partners and senior attorneys on complex matters and contribute to case strategy.
Requirements
- J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to practice in New York.
- 1–3 years of experience in general liability, product liability, construction defect defense litigation, and/or insurance coverage.
- Strong legal writing, research, and oral advocacy skills.
- Ability to manage multiple matters and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
- Professional, organized, and able to work both independently and collaboratively.
