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Messner Reeves LLP

Associate Attorney

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In-Office
10005, New York, NY, USA
130K-170K Annually
Mid level
In-Office
10005, New York, NY, USA
130K-170K Annually
Mid level
Handle litigation matters across general liability, personal injury, construction, commercial, insurance defense, professional, premises, and product liability. Manage all discovery phases, take depositions, perform legal research and writing, meet deadlines, maintain client relationships, and work independently. Must be licensed to practice in New York and New Jersey.
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Messner Reeves LLP, a full-service business law firm with ten offices nationwide, seeks an experienced Litigation Attorney for our New York Office.


What truly makes us special is our team. We consider our people an investment in our success. We’re passionate about our work and eager to welcome new talent.


This position is for you if you thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and can handle multiple competing priorities.


We are hiring for the following practice areas: General Liability, Personal Injury, Construction Law, Commercial Litigation, Insurance Defense, Professional Liability, Premises Liability, and Product Liability.


The ideal Litigation Attorney will possess the following:

  • Three to five years’ experience in litigation.
  • Extensive experience in all discovery phases, including written discovery and depositions of parties and experts.
  • Strong attention to detail, highly organized and has impeccable communication skills.
  • Process-oriented mindset with proven ability to meet deadlines.
  • Proven ability to foster strong relationships with potential clients while maintaining excellent services for existing clients.
  • Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
  • Ability to adapt, multitask, and work independently.
  • Detail-oriented, disciplined, and highly organized.
  • Licensed to Practice Law in New York.
  • Licensed to Practice Law in New Jersey.

Benefits include:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage
  • Short and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
  • Unlimited paid time off
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Referral program

We offer a great working environment, competitive compensation, and full benefits


If you thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and can handle multiple competing priorities, this position is for you.

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