Law and Motion Associate

Law and Motion Associate - Law and Motion New York TeamLocationOffices in New York, (NY)Remote Work FlexibilityExperience the freedom of working remotely for a portion of your workweek. Our infrastructure enables seamless communication, collaboration, and access to resources from anywhere.About the CompanyManning Kass is a national civil litigation defense firm that stands out from the rest"”every case and client matters. Established in 1994 with just sixteen attorneys, we have expanded over the past thirty years to more than 160 attorneys across seven offices, including major economic hubs like New York and Los Angeles.About the RoleManning Kass has an exciting opportunity for a Law and Motion Appellate attorney, with at least 2 years of experience, to join our Law and Motion and Appeals Team in our New York City Office!Our Law and Motion and Appeals Team enhances everything our litigators do in other practice areas. From assisting in devising litigation strategy at the inception of a case to developing cogent law-and-motion strategy to maximize the potential of prevailing on dispositive and non-dispositive motions to performing trial support and extraordinary writ back-up, our Law and Motion and Appeals Team is actively involved long before a notice of appeal is ever filed.ResponsibilitiesDraft pretrial motions and oppositions, including pleading-related motions, discovery motions, and dispositive motions.Appear at hearings on pre-trial law and motion matters.Draft trial motions and assist with preparing trial documents, including motions in limine, trial briefs, pocket briefs, and jury instructions and verdicts.Drafting post-trial motions, including motions for new trial and motions for attorney's fees.Opportunity to handle appellate cases and conduct appellate arguments, including learning from the firm's experienced appellate practitioners.Conduct legal research and provide recommendations to clients and litigation attorneys on complex legal issues.Analyze and assess litigation and appellate strategies.Professional Development Opportunities We are committed to investing in our team's professional growth. Our distinctive "Manning Kass University" training program offers tailored education and development opportunities to help you thrive as a successful lawyer.RequirementsJuris Doctor (J.D.) degree.Admission to the New York State Bar as well as admission to New Jersey or surrounding Tri-State area is a plus.General experience with challenging pleadings, including but not limited to Motion to Dismiss, Anti-SLAPP Motions and Motions for Summary Judgment.Federal Court experience is a plus!Demonstrable experience researching, writing, analyzing, and handling cases.Detail-oriented with excellent writing, communication, and case analysis pany OffersCompetitive salary range of $120,000 - $160,000 plus bonus. Salary is commensurate with education and experience.We offer a lucrative and generous bonus structure, allowing our associates to earn bonuses on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly prehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, flexible spending account, and 401K.Pet insurance coverage.Referral program.A company culture that fosters career growth and opportunity.All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.

Created: 2024-11-01