Associate Attorney

Messner Reeves LLP

Litigation Attorney handling complex disputes at nationwide business law firm Messner Reeves LLP. Managing discovery, depositions, legal research, and client relationships across multiple litigation practice areas.

Posted 8/7/2026full-timeNew York City • New Jersey, New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $130,000 - $170,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in litigation, particularly in General Liability, Personal Injury, and Commercial Litigation, with strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities while fostering client relationships and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Litigation ExperienceDiscovery Phases ManagementLegal Research and WritingClient Relationship ManagementLicensed to Practice Law in New York and New Jersey

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Hard Skills

LitigationDiscovery PhasesLegal ResearchLegal WritingAnalytical Skills

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailHighly OrganizedImpeccable Communication SkillsAdaptabilityMultitasking

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed to Practice Law in New YorkLicensed to Practice Law in New Jersey

Industry Keywords

General LiabilityPersonal InjuryConstruction LawCommercial LitigationInsurance DefenseProfessional LiabilityPremises LiabilityProduct Liability

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Handle litigation matters in one or more of the following practice areas: General Liability, Personal Injury, Construction Law, Commercial Litigation, Insurance Defense, Professional Liability, Premises Liability, and Product Liability
Conduct all discovery phases, including written discovery and depositions of parties and experts
Foster strong relationships with potential clients while maintaining excellent services for existing clients
Perform legal research, writing, and analysis
Meet deadlines in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Adapt, multitask, and work independently
Manage multiple competing priorities

Requirements

What you’ll need

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
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 and disciplined
Licensed to Practice Law in New York
Licensed to Practice Law in New Jersey

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Full benefits
Competitive compensation