Law​/Legal Associate, Legal Counsel

Career Opportunities with Hawkins Parnell & Young, LLP

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Careers At Hawkins Parnell & Young, LLP

Hawkins Parnell & Young LLP is seeking a well-rounded, highly motivated litigation attorney licensed in New York with at least 3-4 years of experience for its Buffalo New York office. The successful candidate must have strong academic credentials and willingness to learn and gain trial experience from a dedicated and successful litigation team. A writing sample is required when applying. This opportunity offers a broad experience base to talented attorneys who wish to join a success driven, vibrant team.

HPY represents a variety of clients from global corporations to small local businesses and individual clients in high-risk litigation and business disputes across the country and U.S. Territories. The successful candidate will be a part of a national team of 300 lawyers and professional staff spread across 17 offices.

HPY offers a competitive salary complemented by a full, comprehensive benefits package including Medical Insurance, Vision Plan, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, 401k, Short- and Long-Term Disability and Profit Sharing.

• Trial preparation, including strategy discussion, discovery, records review, client interviews and witness preparation
• Research, including legal and people, businesses, and worksites
• Drafting of briefs, memos, and client updates
• Attendance at depositions, hearings, and/or mediations

• Actively licensed and in good standing with New York and/or New Jersey (both preferred)
• Previous Asbestos, Toxic Tort, or Product Lability defense work highly desired.
• Previous litigation experience required
• Participation in law review and/or moot court and prior deposition experience are a plus
• Excellent academic credentials and strong writing, analytical, and communications skills
• Ability to thrive in a high-paced environment, requiring exceptional organizational skills, juggling priorities, and adhering to strict deadlines
• Must be a self-starter who can handle multiple projects with competing priorities and understand the importance of deadlines
• Client-focused mentality
• Takes initiatives and welcomes challenges
• Ability to work flexibly and independently within a strong team

Active Bar Licenses and 3-4 years of experience required.

Hawkins Parnell is a national litigation powerhouse with offices spanning the United States. Our 250-person litigation team defends prominent individuals and small businesses to many of the largest corporations in high-risk litigation and business disputes nationwide.

Over the last half-century, our success has relied on one distinction: OUR PEOPLE. We rely on the uniqueness of each team member to create a culture that drives innovation and exceptional results for our diverse client roster. Through actively embracing different backgrounds and perspectives, we foster an environment that is vibrant, challenging, and rewarding.

Hawkins Parnell & Young is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer