Keller, O'Reilly & Watson, P.C. is a litigation defense firm. Our clients look to the partners and associates in our law firm to handle claims that focus on medical malpractice issues, bus and tractor trailer matters, elevator and escalator claims, premises liability matters, products liability, and first party insurance coverage. Currently, we are looking for an Associate Attorney to join our team!
Duties and Responsibilities Include:
- Assisting in the preparation of pleadings, notices and subpoenas
- Providing legal and administrative support to attorneys
- Conducting legal research
- Coordinating and filing all discovery documents involving attorneys and clients
- Reviewing discovery cases and providing updates to attorneys and insurance carriers
- Analyzing conflicts in legal matters and advising clients on solutions
- Coordinating and preparing administrative reports
- Assisting in the review of legal documents for accuracy and completeness
- Conducting and defending depositions
- Appearing for conferences
- Communicating with senior associates/partners to ensure cases are handled efficiently
Requirements and Qualifications
- Accredited Law degree
- Minimum of 0-3 years of experience in general liability/medical malpractice (Must be admitted or have a pending admission date)
- Strong legal knowledge
- Strong organizational skills
- Strong analytical skills
- Ability to work independently and collaborate with others
- Strong client service orientation
- Ability to prioritize work
- Proficiency in MS Office
- Exceptional decision-making abilities
- Strong project management skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work under pressure
This position is hybrid. The associate will be required to come into the office four days a week and will be remote one day a week.
Compensation is dependent on experience.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $95,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Application Question(s):
- Do you currently live in New York?
- DId you pass the Multistate Bar Exam?
- Are you admitted in NY state or did you file your admission paperwork?
- Are you interested or have experience in personal injury?
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Woodbury, NY 11797
