What are the responsibilities and job description for the New York Associate Litigation Attorney position at Segal McCambridge?
Location: New York City (Hybrid)
Salary: $100,000 - $160,000 bonus potential
Experience Level: 3 years in civil defense litigation
License(s): NY (Bonus points for PA/NJ or another jurisdiction)
About The Role
Ready to take your litigation skills to the next level? Segal McCambridge, a nationally recognized firm, is looking for an Associate Attorney to join our General Litigation practice group in NYC.
Here, you’ll handle a diverse caseload spanning personal injury, recreation, venue liability, professional liability, and more. You’ll work on high-impact cases, gain hands-on litigation experience, and collaborate with experienced partners who are invested in your growth.
This isn’t just another law firm job—it’s an opportunity to own your work, sharpen your skills, and grow your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.
What You’ll Do
For nearly 40 years, Segal McCambridge has built a reputation as a powerhouse litigation firm. From Fortune 500 companies to individuals, we take on complex, high-stakes cases across industries like product liability, insurance, cyber risk, environmental law, and more. With 18 offices nationwide, we’re big enough to make an impact but small enough to keep our team-oriented culture.
Salary: $100,000 - $160,000 bonus potential
Experience Level: 3 years in civil defense litigation
License(s): NY (Bonus points for PA/NJ or another jurisdiction)
About The Role
Ready to take your litigation skills to the next level? Segal McCambridge, a nationally recognized firm, is looking for an Associate Attorney to join our General Litigation practice group in NYC.
Here, you’ll handle a diverse caseload spanning personal injury, recreation, venue liability, professional liability, and more. You’ll work on high-impact cases, gain hands-on litigation experience, and collaborate with experienced partners who are invested in your growth.
This isn’t just another law firm job—it’s an opportunity to own your work, sharpen your skills, and grow your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.
What You’ll Do
- Draft pleadings, discovery responses, and motions
- Conduct legal research and prepare case strategy
- Take and defend depositions
- Manage client communication and reporting
- Handle mediations and arbitrations (if you have experience, great! If not, you’ll learn.)
- Work with experienced mentors while maintaining autonomy
- Licensed in NY (PA/NJ or another jurisdiction? Even better!)
- 3 years of civil litigation experience - you’ve handled pleadings, motions, depositions, discovery, and legal research
- Strong analytical skills - you can break down complex legal issues and produce top-tier work
- Great communication skills - you’re confident in writing, advocacy, and client interactions
- A proactive mindset - you take ownership and drive cases forward
- Career growth on your terms - meaningful cases, hands-on experience, and mentorship from top-tier litigators
- Hybrid work environment - a mix of remote flexibility and in-office collaboration
- A respected national firm - established, growing, and handling complex, high-profile matters
- 401(k) with match
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Flexible spending & health savings accounts
- Life insurance & disability coverage
- Paid time off & parental leave
- Professional development & mentorship opportunities
- Employee assistance & discount programs
For nearly 40 years, Segal McCambridge has built a reputation as a powerhouse litigation firm. From Fortune 500 companies to individuals, we take on complex, high-stakes cases across industries like product liability, insurance, cyber risk, environmental law, and more. With 18 offices nationwide, we’re big enough to make an impact but small enough to keep our team-oriented culture.
Salary : $100,000 - $160,000
