Electronic Systems, Inc.
Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney
Electronic Systems, Inc., Syracuse, New York, United States
Overview
About Xerox Holdings Corporation: For more than 100 years, Xerox has continually redefined the workplace experience. XIT Staffing, a division of Xerox dedicated to staffing solutions, collaborates with internal clients to fulfill staffing needs. Our Syracuse law firm client has represented businesses and individuals in Central New York for over 100 years. The office is in downtown Syracuse near the courthouse and other points of interest within walking distance. We are looking for a Commercial and General Litigation Associate Attorney with litigation experience who can handle a wide range of cases from inception to conclusion, including drafting pleadings, discovery documents and motions, taking and defending depositions, strong legal research and analytical skills, and familiarity with federal court work preferred. The ideal candidate will have excellent written and verbal communication and strong advocacy skills. This position can work on a hybrid schedule but must be in office 2–3 days per week.
Responsibilities
Research and collaborate with senior attorneys to devise case strategies
Take and defend depositions
Manage discovery (including electronic discovery)
Draft reports, legal memoranda, pleadings, discovery demands/responses, motions, briefs, etc.
Participate in trial/ADR proceedings
Represent clients in court
Manage day-to-day aspects of employment law and personal injury files, under supervision
Maintain reasonable monthly billable hour requirements
Familiarity with Zoom, MS Teams, and other video conferencing platforms to participate in depositions, court conferences, and meetings
Qualifications
3+ years of litigation experience
Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school
Admission in New York (or ability to waive in) required; additional admission in Federal court preferred
Experience before NYS courts; federal court experience preferred
Ability to travel for in-person depositions and court conferences, including overnights
High level organizational skills for prioritizing workload
Demonstrated ability to absorb, process, and understand new information rapidly
Maintain high standards of performance; conscientiousness, dedication, self-discipline, and a sense of responsibility
Experience with online research sites and strong written and verbal communication skills
Must be able to manage competing priorities
Must have experience with online filing and research sites
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Legal
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Responsibilities
Research and collaborate with senior attorneys to devise case strategies
Take and defend depositions
Manage discovery (including electronic discovery)
Draft reports, legal memoranda, pleadings, discovery demands/responses, motions, briefs, etc.
Participate in trial/ADR proceedings
Represent clients in court
Manage day-to-day aspects of employment law and personal injury files, under supervision
Maintain reasonable monthly billable hour requirements
Familiarity with Zoom, MS Teams, and other video conferencing platforms to participate in depositions, court conferences, and meetings
Qualifications
3+ years of litigation experience
Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school
Admission in New York (or ability to waive in) required; additional admission in Federal court preferred
Experience before NYS courts; federal court experience preferred
Ability to travel for in-person depositions and court conferences, including overnights
High level organizational skills for prioritizing workload
Demonstrated ability to absorb, process, and understand new information rapidly
Maintain high standards of performance; conscientiousness, dedication, self-discipline, and a sense of responsibility
Experience with online research sites and strong written and verbal communication skills
Must be able to manage competing priorities
Must have experience with online filing and research sites
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Legal
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