Harris Beach
Defense Litigation - Toxic Tort Associate
Harris Beach, New York, New York, us, 10261
Founded in 1856, Harris Beach and its subsidiaries provide a full range of legal and professional services for clients across New York state, as well as nationally and internationally. Harris Beach is among the country’s top law firms as ranked by The National Law Journal. Clients include Fortune 100 corporations, privately-held companies, emerging businesses, public sector entities, not-for-profit organizations and individuals. Principal industries Harris Beach represents include education, energy, financial, food and beverage, health care, insurance, manufacturing, medical and life sciences, real estate developers, and state and local governments and authorities. The firm’s more than 200 lawyers practice among offices throughout New York state in Albany, Buffalo, Ithaca, New York City, Rochester, Saratoga Springs, Syracuse, Uniondale, Washington, D.C. and White Plains, as well as in New Haven, Connecticut and Newark, New Jersey.Location:
New York, NY (Hybrid remote opportunity)Description:
We are seeking an associate to join our nationally-recognized Mass Torts and Industry-Wide Litigation team. Given the broad reach of our practice, this role will involve working collaboratively with colleagues in all of our offices as well as our local counsel throughout the country.Responsibilities:Research legal, medical, and scientific issues; collaborate with senior attorneys to devise related defense strategiesTake and defend depositionsManage discovery and e-discoveryDraft reports to clients, memoranda, pleadings, motions, briefs, etc. including significant and complex motion practiceParticipate in trial/ADR planning and preparationRepresent clients at courtroom appearancesQualifications:3-5+ years of chemical exposure/toxic tort case experience requiredJuris Doctorate from ABA-accredited law schoolNY and NJ admission (or ability to waive into NJ) requiredStrong deposition, motion, pleading and e-discovery experience requiredFamiliarity with Zoom, MS Teams, and other video conferencing platforms to participate in depositions, court conferences, and meetingsMust have ability to travel for in person depositions and court conferences, including overnight, as neededExcellent research skills, writing skills and verbal communication requiredMust be able to function effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environmentDemonstrated high level organizational skills for prioritizing workloadDemonstrated ability to absorb, process and understand new information rapidlyMust be able to manage competing prioritiesMaintains high standards of performanceExhibit conscientiousness, dedication, self-discipline, and a sense of responsibilityMust have a professional, cooperative, positive and flexible attitudeMilitary experience welcomeHarris Beach is committed to an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from diverse candidates with varied background and skills. Harris Beach PLLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Salary information below will vary depending upon relevant experience for the position and geographic locations.Other details:Pay Type: SalaryMin Hiring Rate: $132,000.00Max Hiring Rate: $165,000.00
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New York, NY (Hybrid remote opportunity)Description:
We are seeking an associate to join our nationally-recognized Mass Torts and Industry-Wide Litigation team. Given the broad reach of our practice, this role will involve working collaboratively with colleagues in all of our offices as well as our local counsel throughout the country.Responsibilities:Research legal, medical, and scientific issues; collaborate with senior attorneys to devise related defense strategiesTake and defend depositionsManage discovery and e-discoveryDraft reports to clients, memoranda, pleadings, motions, briefs, etc. including significant and complex motion practiceParticipate in trial/ADR planning and preparationRepresent clients at courtroom appearancesQualifications:3-5+ years of chemical exposure/toxic tort case experience requiredJuris Doctorate from ABA-accredited law schoolNY and NJ admission (or ability to waive into NJ) requiredStrong deposition, motion, pleading and e-discovery experience requiredFamiliarity with Zoom, MS Teams, and other video conferencing platforms to participate in depositions, court conferences, and meetingsMust have ability to travel for in person depositions and court conferences, including overnight, as neededExcellent research skills, writing skills and verbal communication requiredMust be able to function effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environmentDemonstrated high level organizational skills for prioritizing workloadDemonstrated ability to absorb, process and understand new information rapidlyMust be able to manage competing prioritiesMaintains high standards of performanceExhibit conscientiousness, dedication, self-discipline, and a sense of responsibilityMust have a professional, cooperative, positive and flexible attitudeMilitary experience welcomeHarris Beach is committed to an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from diverse candidates with varied background and skills. Harris Beach PLLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Salary information below will vary depending upon relevant experience for the position and geographic locations.Other details:Pay Type: SalaryMin Hiring Rate: $132,000.00Max Hiring Rate: $165,000.00
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