Defense Litigation Associate - Mass Torts & Products Liability

Location: New York, NY (Hybrid – 3 days in Manhattan office)

Experience Level: 4+ years of experience Mass Torts, Products Liability Defense Litigation

About the Role: We are seeking an associate attorney to join our nationally-recognized Mass Torts and Industry-Wide Litigation, Products Liability team.  Given the broad reach of our practice, this role will involve working collaboratively with colleagues in all of our offices, as well as with local counsel throughout the country.

The Defense Litigation Associate will have the opportunity to:

• Litigate matters involving complex injury defense
• Take and defend depositions as first chair
• Manage discovery, including e-discovery
• Draft reports, legal memoranda, pleadings, discovery demands and responses, motions, and briefs
• Participate in trial and ADR planning and preparation
• Represent clients at courtroom conferences and motion appearances
• Manage day-to-day case responsibilities with partner supervision

Work Environment and Expectations:

• A hybrid work opportunity in Harris Beach Murtha’s NYC office
• Minimum annual billable requirement of 1900 hours
• Engagement in sophisticated, high‑stakes litigation on behalf of long‑standing clients

Applications are encouraged and desired if you have:

• Admission to the New York bar (required)
• Juris Doctor from ABA-accredited law school 
• Experience practicing before New York State courts; federal experience is a plus
• Strong deposition, motion practice, pleading, and e-discovery experience
• Familiarity with Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and other video conferencing platforms
• Excellent research, writing, and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize workload and manage competing deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to quickly absorb, process, and understand new information
• High standards of performance, professionalism, and accountability
• A cooperative, positive, and flexible team-oriented attitude
• Military experience welcome

Salary information below will vary depending upon relevant experience for the position and geographic locations.

NYC: $155,000 - $185,000

Harris Beach Murtha offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports both professional and personal well-being. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurances; health savings and flexible spending account options; life and disability insurances; retirement plan including 401(k) and profit sharing; paid leave programs; employee assistance resources; commuter and parking benefits where applicable; and professional development opportunities. Eligibility for benefits is subject to applicable plan terms and firm policies.

 Harris Beach Murtha is not accepting candidate submissions from recruiting agencies for this position during the first two weeks after posting. Following this period, agencies with an active fee agreement with the firm may reach out to our internal recruitment team at resumes@harrisbeachmurtha.com to inquire about potential collaboration for this position.

Harris Beach Murtha is committed to an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from diverse candidates with varied background and skills, including military experience. Harris Beach Murtha Cullina PLLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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