Description:
Overview:Overview:
Kaufman Dolowich LLP, honored by U.S. News as one of the “Best Companies to Work For – Law Firms,” is seeking a talented and driven Litigation Associate to join our New York City office. This is a unique opportunity to become part of a fast-growing, collaborative team within a firm of over 200 attorneys nationwide.
Key Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be expected to independently handle all aspects of litigation, including:
- Drafting and responding to written discovery.
- Taking and defending depositions.
- Preparing and arguing motions.
- Participating in court conferences and oral arguments.
Why Kaufman Dolowich?
- Uncapped opportunities for career advancement.
- Team-first culture with open communication and support.
- Impactful work that drives real client results.
- Robust bonus program.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 3 years of defense litigation.
- Admitted to practice in New York.
- Superior academic credentials from a top tier accredited law school.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with Word, Excel and other Microsoft Office products.
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.
- Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly.
Target Hiring Range: $135,000 - $160,000.
Please note that the stated salary range is an estimate and does not guarantee a specific offer. Actual compensation will be determined based on market location, as well as the candidate's experience, skills, and job-related qualifications. Base salary represents just one component of the comprehensive Total Rewards package offered by Kaufman Dolowich, which also includes a discretionary and billable hours-based bonus program and a robust benefits offering for full-time employees.
As part of our ongoing effort to actively recruit and advance lawyers of diverse backgrounds, Kaufman Dolowich participates in Mansfield Rule Certification and is a six-time recognized law firm. The process measures whether law firms affirmatively consider diverse lawyers for promotions, senior level hiring and significant leadership roles. Kaufman Dolowich strives for a candidate pool consisting of at least 30% women, attorneys of color, and/or LGBTQ+ attorneys for all lateral partner and mid-to-senior-level associate hires.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at KD without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. Kaufman Dolowich is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
