Litigation Associate

Overview

Kaufman Dolowich LLP, honored by U.S. News as one of the “Best Companies to Work For – Law Firms,” is seeking a talented and driven Litigation Associate to join our New York City office. This is a unique opportunity to become part of a fast-growing, collaborative team within a firm of over 200 attorneys nationwide.

Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be expected to independently handle all aspects of litigation, including:

• Drafting and responding to written discovery.

• Taking and defending depositions.

• Preparing and arguing motions.

• Participating in court conferences and oral arguments.

Why Kaufman Dolowich?

• Uncapped opportunities for career advancement.
• Team-first culture with open communication and support.
• Impactful work that drives real client results.
• Robust bonus program.

• Minimum of 3 years of defense litigation.
• Admitted to practice in New York.
• Superior academic credentials from a top tier accredited law school.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel and other Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly.

Successful candidates will have access to exceptional career development opportunities and a competitive total rewards package, including the potential to earn performance-based bonuses.

Target Hiring Range: $135,000 - $160,000.

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, as well as the candidate’s experience, skills, and job-related qualifications. Base salary represents just one component of the comprehensive Total Rewards package offered by Kaufman Dolowich, which also includes a discretionary and billable hours-based bonus program and a robust benefits offering for full-time employees.

As part of our ongoing effort to actively recruit and advance lawyers of diverse backgrounds, Kaufman Dolowich participates in Mansfield Rule Certification and is a six-time recognized law firm. The process measures whether law firms affirmatively consider diverse lawyers for promotions, senior level hiring and significant leadership roles. Kaufman Dolowich strives for a candidate pool consisting of at least 30% women, attorneys of color, and/or LGBTQ+ attorneys for all lateral partner and mid-to-senior-level associate hires.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at KD 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.