General Liability Litigation Associate

Kaufman Dolowich LLP • Woodbury • 1d ago

The Kaufman Dolowich Woodbury, Long Island office-part of a nationally recognized law firm with more than 250 attorneys nationwide and honored by U.S. News as one of the "Best Companies to Work For - Law Firms"-is seeking a General Liability Associate Attorney with 1+ years of experience to join our growing and highly collaborative General Liability Defense team.
This is an exciting opportunity to work on sophisticated, high-exposure litigation matters alongside experienced litigators. Associates receive meaningful hands-on experience, direct client interaction, strong mentorship, and early responsibility handling a broad range of general liability defense matters.
At KD, we foster a culture built on innovation, teamwork, integrity, and excellence in client service, while offering a supportive and collaborative environment designed to help attorneys grow and succeed.
Responsibilities

Manage a litigation caseload from inception through resolution in a collaborative team environment
Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery demands and responses, legal memoranda, and other litigation-related documents
Conduct court appearances, depositions, inspections, mediations, settlement negotiations, and motion practice
Handle a broad range of general liability defense matters, including premises liability and New York Labor Law construction accident cases
Communicate directly with clients, carriers, opposing counsel, and witnesses while providing regular case updates and strategic guidance
Participate in oral arguments, court conferences, and trial preparation
Collaborate closely with attorneys across offices and practice groups on complex litigation matters

Qualifications

JD from an ABA-accredited law school with strong academic credentials
Admission to practice law in New York required
1+ year of insurance defense and/or general liability litigation experience
Experience handling general liability defense matters, including premises liability and construction accident litigation preferred
Exceptional legal research, writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills
Strong organizational and case management abilities with the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Why KD?

Uncapped opportunities for career advancement on a national platform
Robust discretionary and billable hours-based bonus program
Unlimited PTO for Attorneys
Collaborative, team-first culture with strong mentorship and support
Sophisticated and impactful litigation work with direct client exposure
Meaningful hands-on experience and early responsibility
Comprehensive health, wellness, and benefits package
Exceptional professional development opportunities within a growing national law firm

Base Salary Range: $100,000 - $150,000 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, experience, skills, and job-related qualifications. Base salary represents one component of Kaufman Dolowich's comprehensive Total Rewards package, which also includes a discretionary and billable hours-based bonus program and a robust benefits offering for full-time employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment 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.