Associate Attorney

Shegerian & Associates

. Evaluate new matters, analyze claims, and develop case theory early .

Posted 10/31/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $140,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in litigation and pre-litigation processes, including drafting legal documents, negotiating settlements, and managing a high-volume caseload. Strong capabilities in research, writing, and oral advocacy are essential for effective client communication and case management.

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Litigation ExperienceNegotiation SkillsResearch SkillsOral AdvocacyCase Management

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Hard Skills

Drafting Legal DocumentsPreparing Trial PleadingsFiling Administrative ComplaintsTaking DepositionsArguing MotionsResponding to DiscoveryManaging CaseloadEarly Case Resolution

Soft Skills

Client CommunicationExpectation ManagementIndependence

Certifications & Qualifications

Admitted to Practice in New York

Industry Keywords

Employment LawMediationSettlement NegotiationAdministrative ComplaintsLitigation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Evaluate new matters, analyze claims, and develop case theory early
Draft demand letters
Prepare and file administrative complaints and charges
Negotiate settlements and attend mediations
Communicate regularly with clients and manage expectations
Take and defend depositions as needed
Attend hearings and argue motions
Prepare trial pleadings, motions in limine, trial briefs, and related materials
Draft and respond to discovery
Draft complaints and other pleadings
Assist with tasks on other matters as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Admitted to practice in New York and in good standing
1 to 8 years of pre-litigation and/or litigation experience (employment law preferred)
Strong research, writing, negotiation, and oral advocacy skills
Ability to independently own a high-volume caseload and meet deadlines
Pre-litigation or early case resolution experience is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Merit-based path to advancement with real shareholder opportunities
Bar dues covered
CLEs covered
Referral bonuses
Firm-sponsored social and networking events
Hybrid workplace
100% of premiums for dental and vision covered
100% of all Silver-level medical plans covered
Approximately 10% retirement contribution (3% Safe Harbor + 7% Profit Sharing)
$500 annual FSA contribution
80 hours of PTO accrual
Additional 40 hours of PTO on 3rd anniversary
Sick pay
Fully paid birthday off