Litigation Associate

Litigation Associate Opportunity
LaMagna McKenna, Attorneys At Law | White Plains, NY

"Help us build a strong mission-based firm”

About Us

LaMagna McKenna is a respected and expanding, multifaceted law firm that includes a strong litigation practice serving clients during the most challenging and difficult times in their life. Whether its Estate, Guardianship or Personal Injury litigation, we approach each case with skill, expertise and compassion. The firm prides itself on delivering careful, strategic advocacy while maintaining a culture grounded in professionalism, collaboration, and mutual respect.

Our firm’s mission is to deliver personalized, results-driven legal representation while fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment. We pride ourselves on our growing reputation and strong client relationships.

About You

You have 2 to 5 years of relevant experience and are comfortable handling pleadings, motions, discovery, and courtroom appearances. You are an out of the box strategic thinker who takes ownership over your cases and wants to assist with growing our firm.

You think critically, prepare thoroughly, and manage deadlines and client matters with consistency. You work collaboratively, and maintain clear, professional communication. You are reliable, practical in your approach, and focused on achieving solid results for the clients you serve.

Responsibilities

• Manage an active caseload across Personal Injury, Estate and Trust Litigation, Guardianship matters, and general litigation
• Work collaboratively with other attorney’s, paralegals and staff members
• Work closely with clients throughout their matter
• Prepare and file pleadings, briefs, petitions, discovery demands, and responses
• Attend client meetings, hearings, court conferences and depositions
• Draft correspondence, legal memoranda, motions, and discovery documents
• Conduct legal research and develop solutions-oriented strategies
• Maintain client communication and ensure deadlines and procedural requirements are met
• Be ready to assist with the growth and expansion of the firm

Requirements

• 2 to 5 years of relevant experience
• New York Bar license in good standing, with Connecticut admission preferred or a willingness to obtain Connecticut licensure
• Strong writing, analytical, and research skills
• Ability to manage cases independently while contributing to a collaborative team
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard legal technology
• Professional communication with clients, courts, and colleagues

Benefits

Compensation and Benefits*

• Highly competitive compensation that starts at $125,000, with final compensation structure based on experience and the value you bring to the firm
• Bonus opportunity
• PTO and Sick Days
• Paid Holidays
• 401k with firm match
• Health insurance stipend
  *some benefits have a waiting period

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest in the position. Additional materials may be requested at a later stage of the process.

We appreciate the time and thought you invest in your application. All inquiries will be handled with the strictest confidentiality. The firm will reach out to candidates whose background and experience most closely align with its needs.