Associate Attorney - Litigation

Hinman, Howard & Kattell, LLP is seeking an Associate Attorney with 2-5 years’ experience in litigation and contract law to work in the Albany, NY location. Candidates must be admitted in New York. Litigation experience (commercial, contract and construction law) is strongly preferred, but other litigation experience may be considered.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

· Draft legal documents including motions and pleadings.

· Drafting and coordinating responses to complex discovery demands.

· Preparation for conducting and defending depositions.

· Administer depositions, issuing interrogatories and reviewing documents.

· Maintaining and organizing voluminous client electronic file data.

· Negotiate settlements.

· Perform legal research.

· Make court appearances as necessary.

· Conduct initial consultations with potential clients.

The ideal candidate is conscientious, pays close attention to detail, possesses good organizational skills, and has the ability to independently manage a commercial case from inception. Structured, thorough and organized work principles and a strong work ethic are a must.