Cullen And Dykman Llp

Associate Attorneys - Tort & Insurance Defense (New York)

Cullen And Dykman Llp$140K — $160K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • JD degree required with excellent academic credentials
  • New York Bar Admission is required
  • Minimum of 5+ years tort and insurance defense litigation experience
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong professional judgment and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to communicate professionally to diverse clients
  • Proactive and strong work ethic with the ability to multi-task

Responsibilities

  • Manage significant client relationships and case responsibilities
  • Prepare and argue motions in court
  • Draft legal documents including briefs and pleadings
  • Conduct depositions and negotiate settlements
  • Work collaboratively with team members on complex litigation matters
  • Advise clients on legal rights and obligations
  • Maintain updated knowledge of relevant laws and practices

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and excellent benefits package
  • Collaborative, friendly work environment
  • Opportunities for immediate client contact and responsibilities
  • Supportive firm culture focused on growth and professional development
Full Job Description
Cullen and Dykman LLP is a full-service law firm that has been serving clients since 1850. We are seeking two Litigation Associates or experienced attorneys for Of Counsel positions with a minimum of 5+ years tort & insurance defense litigation experience. The position is based in our Long Island, New York offices.

Educational/Experience Requirements
  • JD degree required with excellent academic credentials.
  • New York Bar Admission is required.
  • Minimum of 5+ years tort and insurance defense litigation experience.
  • Immediate client contact and assumption of responsibilities.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.
  • Strong professional judgment, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
  • Ability to communicate professionally to internal and external clients.
  • Proactiveness, resourcefulness, and a strong work ethic.
  • Ability to work independently and multi-task required.

Our professional staff plays a key role in the firm's continued growth and success, and we look forward to adding a proactive and motivated member to our team.

We offer a competitive salary, an excellent benefits package, and a collaborative, friendly environment. The salary range for this role is $140,000-$160,000. Actual salary will be commensurate with the candidate's qualifications and relevant experience.

Cullen and Dykman LLP provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

About Cullen And Dykman Llp

Cullen and Dykman is a law firm that provides legal services to clients in various industries. The firm's practice areas include banking and finance, corporate and securities, energy, environmental, land use and zoning, litigation, real estate, and trusts and estates. The firm was founded in 1850 and is headquartered in New York, NY.
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