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Wilson Elser

<div><div><div><div><div><div>New York, New York</div></div></div></div><div><div> 
Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1300 attorneys in 43 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 100 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 36 in the National Law Journal&rsquo;s survey of the nation&rsquo;s largest law firms. We&rsquo;re also Mansfield Certified Plus.</div><div>
Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Appeals and Complex Motions Associate Attorney position in our New York City Office.

This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement.

The Position
Wilson Elser is seeking a talented and motivated Appeals and Complex Motions Associate Attorney to join our dynamic legal team. This position offers the opportunity to work on a wide range of appellate matters, providing the chance to grow within the appellate practice and eventually take on more complex tasks as experience builds.

Key Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Handle the full spectrum of appellate cases, from start to finish.</li>
<li>Draft appellate motions and applications, including but not limited to motions to dismiss and for extension requests.</li>
<li>Negotiate stipulations with other parties relating to appellate issues such as briefing schedules and the content of appellate records.</li>
<li>Conduct ad hoc legal research for the firm&rsquo;s various trial teams, assisting with ongoing litigation.</li>
<li>Provide motion assistance to trial teams, including motions in limine (MILs), summary judgment motions (SJ) of varying complexity, and post-trial motions.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications
<ul>
<li>JD from an accredited law school</li>
<li>Admitted to practice in New York, NJ bar admission a plus.</li>
<li>1-3 years of defense litigation experience.</li>
<li>Civil litigation background preferred, with appellate experience being highly desirable.</li>
<li>Exceptional legal writing skills required.</li>
<li>Strong analytical and research abilities.</li>
</ul></div><div><div><div><div>
A variety of factors are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, education, licensure and/or certifications, geographic location, market demands, other business and organizational needs, and other factors permitted by law. This position is also eligible for discretionary bonuses. Final salary wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. This position is considered full-time and therefore qualifies for benefits including 401(k) retirement savings plan, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.</div></div><div>
Salary Range:</div><div>
$130,000 - $150,000 USD</div></div></div><div>
Why Should You ?
<ul>
<li>Flexibility: Hybrid work arrangements to support work-life blend</li>
<li>Benefits: Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan</li>
<li>Career Growth: Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement</li>
<li>Employee Perks: Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits</li>
</ul>
<h5 class="jobSectionHeader">Wilson Elser welcomes submissions of candidates for our open positions exclusively from recruitment agencies with an active, signed fee agreement who have been granted access to a position through our dedicated Recruitment Agency Portal. We are unable to consider submissions from recruitment agencies without a current (dated as of 7/1/2024) agreement in place. We appreciate your understanding. For collaboration inquiries or to establish an agreement, please contact us at talentacquisition@wilsonelser.com.</h5>
<h5 class="jobSectionHeader">Wilson Elser is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. It is the Firm's policy that employment will be based on merit, qualifications, and competence. Further, employment decisions will be made without regard to an applicants race, color, age, sex, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, physical or mental disability, status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses, or stalking, past or present service in the uniformed services or application or obligation to serve in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by law.</h5>
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Appeals and Complex Motions Associate Attorney

Clausen Miller P.C.

<div>
 Clausen Miller PC seeks an Associate Attorney with 2-5 years of
 
 New York litigation experience
 
 in casualty defense, premises liability and environmental liability. The associate attorney would work underneath a Senior Partner on each case assigned.
 
 
 Must be licensed in
 
 New York (New Jersey optional).
 
 Candidates should have excellent academic background plus reading, writing, communication and attention to detail skills.
 
 
 The salary ranges from $95,000 to $115,000 plus benefits (health insurance, 401(k), life insurance, CLEs, registration fees, etc.). Hybrid schedule is acceptable.
 
 
 
 The Associate&rsquo;s Duties And Responsibilities Include
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Assist with drafting legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery demands and responses;
 </li>
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 Assist with the discovery process by administering depositions, issuing interrogatories and reviewing documents;
 </li>
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 Able to take depositions;
 </li>
 <li>
 Perform legal research;
 </li>
 <li>
 Make court appearances.
 </li>
 </ul>
</div>

Associate Attorney

Kennedys

Kennedys, a Legal 500 and Chambers-ranked global law firm, is seeking motivated and dynamic attorneys to join its national and international cyber and data privacy practice. Kennedys' cyber team is a fast growing and energetic group that acts for a wide variety of cyber insurers and major corporates. The team provides nationwide litigation defense, as well as 24/7/365 breach response services. It also works closely with Kennedys' global cyber team, which covers almost 25 global jurisdictions.
 
This position is based out of any of our US Offices, as our culture fosters global collaboration daily.
 
Ideal candidates will have at least one of the following sets of cyber experience: Litigation: minimum 3-6 years of federal litigation experience, including proposing litigation strategy, communicating with clients and opposing counsel, drafting reports, pleadings, discovery, and motions, taking and defending depositions, arguing motions, and participating in mediations and trials. Incident Response: minimum 2-6 years cyber incident response work, including crisis management and wider regulatory and data risk issues, as well as advising clients with incident response, investigations brought by regulators arising out of data breaches and privacy related issues. Salary is based on both years of relevant experience and attorney level.
 
We want to help you build a career here, and provide significant business development training, dedicated associate and partner mentors, and a firm-wide associate committee to liaise with the partners. We want you to be the future of Kennedys.
 
Competitive salary, annual performance-based raises, discretionary bonus and benefits package offered. 1920 hour requirement. Will consider hybrid work arrangements.
 
Attorney compensation ranges from $140,000 to $220,000 annually. Salary is contingent upon level of experience, practice group, location and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Cyber and Data Privacy Attorney

Segal McCambridge

<div>
 
 Segal McCambridge
 
 , a national litigation firm with a long-standing reputation for excellence in the courtroom, is seeking an experienced
 
 Associate Attorney
 
 to join our
 
 New York office
 
 with a focus on
 
 general liability defense litigation
 
 .
 
 
 This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who wants to take ownership of their cases while working in a collaborative environment with mentorship from experienced trial attorneys. You&rsquo;ll be involved in challenging, high-exposure matters and supported by a national team of seasoned litigators.
 
 
 
 About The Role
 
 
 
 You&rsquo;ll handle a diverse caseload of general liability matters, including:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Premises liability
 </li>
 <li>
 Property damage
 </li>
 <li>
 Personal injury defense
 </li>
 <li>
 Construction-related general liability
 </li>
 <li>
 Child Victim Act
 </li>
 <li>
 Trucking/Transportation
 </li>
 <li>
 Other tort and civil litigation
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Your Responsibilities Will Include
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Managing cases from inception through resolution or trial
 </li>
 <li>
 Drafting pleadings, discovery, and motions
 </li>
 <li>
 Taking and defending depositions
 </li>
 <li>
 Conducting legal research and developing case strategies
 </li>
 <li>
 Participating in mediations, arbitrations, court conferences, and trials
 </li>
 <li>
 Communicating with clients, carriers, and opposing counsel
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborating with partners and other team members on case strategy
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 This is a
 
 hybrid position
 
 with a flexible mix of remote work and in-office collaboration.
 
 
 
 What We&rsquo;re Looking For
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Active license to practice law in New York (required)
 </li>
 <li>
 1+ year of civil litigation experience, ideally with a focus on general liability defense
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong litigation skills: pleadings, motions, discovery, depositions, and client reporting
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent legal writing, research, and oral advocacy skills
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to independently manage multiple cases and deadlines
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong communication and interpersonal skills
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience with mediation, arbitration, or trial is a plus
 </li>
 <li>
 Dual licensure in PA, NJ, or another jurisdiction is a bonus
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 What We Offer
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Competitive base salary: $110,000 - $170,000, based on experience
 </li>
 <li>
 Annual bonus eligibility and credit for business origination
 </li>
 <li>
 A collaborative firm culture with real opportunities for career advancement
 </li>
 <li>
 Access to sophisticated, high-exposure litigation work
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Benefits Include
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 401(k) with employer match
 </li>
 <li>
 Medical, dental, and vision insurance
 </li>
 <li>
 Health savings and flexible spending accounts
 </li>
 <li>
 Life and disability insurance
 </li>
 <li>
 Paid time off and parental leave
 </li>
 <li>
 Professional development assistance
 </li>
 <li>
 Employee referral program
 </li>
 <li>
 Employee assistance program and discounts
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 About Segal McCambridge
 
 
 
 Founded in 1986,
 
 Segal McCambridge
 
 is a nationally recognized litigation firm with offices in more than 20 cities across the U.S. We represent Fortune 500 companies, insurers, and individuals in a broad array of complex litigation areas, including:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 General liability and tort defense
 </li>
 <li>
 Construction and labor law
 </li>
 <li>
 Product and professional liability
 </li>
 <li>
 Insurance coverage and bad faith
 </li>
 <li>
 Toxic torts, environmental, and employment law
 </li>
 <li>
 Cybersecurity, transportation, and more
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 We combine the resources of a national firm with the close-knit culture of a collaborative team. Our attorneys are trusted trial lawyers known for delivering exceptional results in complex matters.
 
 
 
 How To Apply
 
 
 
 If you're an experienced litigator ready to take the next step in your career and work on challenging general liability cases in a supportive, growth-oriented environment, we want to hear from you.
 
 Please submit your resume
 
 
 for consideration
 
 .
</div>

Tromberg, Morris & Partners, PLLC

Job Description Tromberg, Morris &amp; Partners, PLLC (TMP) is a well-respected law firm located in six states. The Firm represents financial institutions, lenders and creditors. TMP maintains a professional and supportive environment that offers upward movement into leadership and management positions. The Firm is seeking a New Jersey Creditors&rsquo; Rights Associate Attorney to join the growing team.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Draft and review legal documents including complaints, defaults, motions, judgments, disputes, garnishments and settlements </li><li>Adequately manage a case load and update case management system</li><li>Prepare and attend hearings or mediations as necessary </li><li>Communicate effectively with associate attorneys, staff and clients</li></ul>Experience The successful candidate will possess:<ul><li>Experience is plus but is not necessary. TMP is willing to train.</li><li>Willingness to learn and grow professionally.</li><li>Solid organizational skills and the ability to multi-task a large number of matters at once.</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>Strong sense of honesty and ethics as an officer of the court</li><li>Willingness to seek to fulfil our clients&rsquo; needs in a consumer-friendly fashion.</li><li>NJ Bar License required.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: $85,000.00 - $100,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10006

New Jersey Creditor's Rights Associate Attorney

Veteran Advocacy Project

<div>We put hiring for this position on &ldquo;pause&rdquo; earlier in the year, but have happily re-posted!
The Veteran Advocacy Project (VAP) seeks an attorney to lead our veterans law practice, supervising a small team and providing representation to veterans in appeals before the Department of Veterans Affairs.
VAP ensures access to health care, housing, and benefits for low-income veterans and their families, with a focus on those living with post-traumatic stress, brain injury, substance dependency, and other mental health conditions. Through advocacy, education, and free legal services, the team fights for clients&rsquo; rights to benefits, keeps families in their homes, and empowers veterans by removing barriers to recovery and success.
The ideal candidate is someone who has ideas for programmatic development, along with experience fundraising for and implementing initiatives. The attorney will work with other members of VAP to address the legal needs of low-income veterans in a holistic manner. VAP focuses on advocacy that enables veterans to access VA health care and benefits. The director will: supervise a very small but growing team; collaborate with partner organizations with a particular focus on our medical-legal partnerships in NYC; carry a modified case load, providing representation in VA character of discharge (COD) determinations, disability benefits appeals with a focus on mental health related claims, and any other claims, as needed and as the attorney chooses. The work will include outreach at partner sites, communication with social workers and case managers, reviewing staff work, and taking on appeals by gathering evidence, preparing briefs, and representing veterans in hearings. The attorney will also work with the team on systemic advocacy efforts and will collaborate with the executive director on fundraising to expand the practice.
Individuals with military service, prior experience working with veterans, people with disabilities, people of all gender identities, people from underrepresented communities, and people of color are strongly encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities: 
<ul><li>
Represent clients before the VA, and potentially in federal court; write COD and service-connected compensation appeals, along with various other VA claims;
</li><li>Supervise a small team;
</li><li>Screen veterans for relief, with exhaustive investigation of military history and medical records;
</li><li>Oversee assignments for law student&rsquo;s working on investigations, claims, and briefs;
</li><li>Collaborate with forensic mental health professionals;
</li><li>Research legal issues, with a focus on military discharges and VA character eligibility;
</li><li>Provide telephone and/or written advice to clients;
</li><li>Provide thorough referrals to connect clients with other services; work with staff on case strategies and integration of services to meet clients&rsquo; needs;
</li><li>Work with the ED and staff to shape policy positions and the organization&rsquo;s advocacy goals;
</li><li>Work with ED and Director of Finance on funding (reporting, new opportunities, etc.);
</li><li>Track client information in a database, attend meetings, perform administrative tasks related to the work.
</li></ul>
Qualifications:
<ul><li>Current member in good standing of a state bar (New York preferred);
</li><li>Accreditation with the Department of Veterans Affairs;
</li><li>Minimum five years&rsquo; experience in veterans law;
</li><li>Knowledge and practice in VA claims, including character of discharge applications and disability compensation appeals for PTSD and other mental health conditions;
</li><li>Experience in VA hearings at regional level and BVA;
</li><li>Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills;
</li><li>Excellent organizational and time-management skills;
</li><li>Excellent communication skills, including the ability to work well with people living with mental illness, substance use disorders, and traumatic brain injury;
</li><li>Ability to work independently with strong self-motivation, to meet deadlines, to be flexible, and to collaborate with and mentor junior staff;
</li><li>Demonstrated commitment to social justice and veterans&rsquo; rights.
</li></ul>
Compensation: Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience, ranging from $96,000 &ndash; $135,000, along with a benefits package, including employer-paid healthcare premiums; other benefits include life insurance, EAP with discounts, health and savings account, commuter benefits, 401K, and more.
Location: VAP is a hybrid environment where staff work from home but conduct outreach and attend events in person. Proximity to the New York metropolitan area is strongly preferred to oversee and facilitate our many partnerships.
To apply: Please send a cover letter and resume to hiring@veteranadvocacy.org and include &ldquo;Director &ndash; VA&rdquo; in the subject line. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis; those without cover letters will not be considered. We read every application with care but regret that we are unable to respond to all inquiries and will contact only those candidates selected for further consideration.

Veteran Advocacy Project, Inc., is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, religion/creed, color, national origin, immigration status, gender or gender identity, age, disability, sexual orientation, military status, caregiver status, arrest or conviction record, unemployment status, predisposing genetic characteristics, survivor of domestic/intimate partner violence status, or marital or partnership status.</div>

Director, VA

Career Consulting Partners, LLC

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Senior Employment Attorney</h2> 
Career Consulting Partners is excited to partner with a thriving California-based law firm expanding its New York office in Manhattan&rsquo;s Financial District. The firm represents employees and consumers in high-impact class and representative actions, handling matters such as wage-and-hour violations, discrimination, unfair business practices, and false advertising.
Litigating against regional, national, and Fortune 500 companies across multiple industries, the firm has secured millions of dollars for thousands of employees and consumers nationwide. This role offers hands-on litigation experience and significant courtroom exposure in sophisticated plaintiff-side class action cases.
Due to continued growth and a large volume of active cases, the firm is seeking Associate Attorneys to join immediately.<h4 class="jobSectionHeader">
Key Responsibilities:</h4><ul><li>
Draft and file complaints, motions, and other courtroom documents</li><li>
Conduct discovery, including reviewing documents and preparing responses</li><li>
Take and defend depositions</li><li>
Participate in court appearances and oral advocacy</li><li>
Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda</li><li>
Manage cases from inception through resolution or trial</li></ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader">
Qualifications:</h4><ul><li>
5&ndash;10 years of Civil Litigation experience</li><li>
Experience with class actions, complex litigation, or wage-and-hour matters is strongly preferred</li><li>
Active New York license to practice law</li><li>
Strong writing, research, and analytical skills</li><li>
Experience with depositions, discovery, and motion practice</li><li>
Ability to manage a caseload with independence and initiative</li><li>
Professional, collaborative, and organized</li><li>
Defense attorneys seeking to transition to plaintiff-side work are encouraged to apply</li></ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader">
Compensation and Benefits:</h4><ul><li>
Salary: $180,000 - $400,000</li><li>
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO and continuing legal education support</li><li>
Opportunities for professional growth and advancement</li><li>
Work on high-impact cases against regional, national, and Fortune 500 companies</li><li>
Join a collaborative, passionate team dedicated to justice and client advocacy</li><li>
Play a key role in shaping and expanding our New York office</li></ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader">
Location:</h4><ul><li>
Financial District, Manhattan, New York, NY</li></ul> 
Please note that we at Career Consulting Partners will be sure to keep your information private. We will not submit you or your information to any firm without your consent. Once we have received your resume/application, we will reach out to you and review the firm(s) before we move forward.</div>

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