[Hiring] Litigation Associate @Seyfarth Shaw LLP

Role Description

The New York office of Seyfarth Shaw LLP is seeking an associate with 2 to 5 years of complex litigation experience in state and federal courts. Top law firm experience or judicial clerkship preferred, excellent academic credentials, analytical skills, and verbal and written communication skills required. Candidates must be admitted in New York.

As an associate in the Litigation Department, you’ll have the opportunity to work on interesting, challenging, and groundbreaking cases in collaboration with senior attorneys.

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years of substantial litigation experience
• Experience in drafting briefs, arguing motions, and taking depositions
• Experience handling complex, high-stakes matters, particularly in:
  • Commercial litigation
  • Investigations
  • White-collar defense
  • Securities litigation
  • Managed care
• Strong judgment and initiative
• Desire to take meaningful ownership of matters
• Admitted to the New York Bar

Requirements

• Top law firm experience preferred
• Combination of law firm and in-house experience will be considered

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits at all levels
• Comprehensive training through mentoring programs and CLE initiatives
• Seyfarth University and industry credentialing
• Hands-on learning by working side-by-side with partners
• Comprehensive package of benefits including:
  • Paid time off
  • Medical/dental/vision insurance
  • 401(k)
• Annual merit increase and bonus pay