March 19, 2021
Mackenzie Hughes LLP, one of the leaders in the Upstate New York legal community since 1884, has an opening for an experienced litigation associate. Throughout our history we have stayed true to our founders’ goal of being more than just good lawyers; we’re individuals who are stand-up citizens active in civic involvement with values as strong as our knowledge of the law.
Responsibilities:
Draft memoranda, pleadings, motions, etc.
Research various issues and collaborate with senior attorneys about strategies
Attend court appearances
Take and defend depositions
Review discovery documents
Ability to negotiate claims
Experience with eDiscovery and document review processes
Qualifications:
Licensed to practice law in New York State
2-5 years of litigation experience
Must have excellent research and communication skills
Must be able to function effectively in a team oriented environment
Demonstrated high level organizational skills for prioritizing workload
Demonstrated ability to absorb, process and understand new information rapidly
If your background and experience align with these qualifications, please send a cover letter and resume to humanresources@mackenziehughes.com