Litigation Associate with LaMagna McKenna, Attorneys At Law

"Build strong litigation skills while working with high-net-worth clients."

About Us

LaMagna McKenna is a respected and growing, multifaceted law firm that includes a strong litigation practice serving high net worth clients in complex and often high stakes matters. The firm is known for delivering careful, strategic advocacy while maintaining a culture grounded in professionalism, collaboration, and mutual respect.

This is an environment where early career attorneys are mentored, supported, and thoughtfully challenged to grow, not rushed or left to figure things out alone. As the firm continues to expand, it is intentionally building a team of bright, capable litigators who want to develop strong skills, take ownership of their work, and contribute meaningfully to a practice that values quality over volume.

About You

You have 1 to 5 years of litigation experience as a licensed Attorney and are comfortable handling pleadings, motions, discovery, and courtroom appearances. You think critically, prepare thoroughly, and manage deadlines and client matters with consistency. You work independently, ask questions when needed, 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 closely with clients throughout the litigation process
• 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

Requirements

• New York Bar license in good standing, with Connecticut admission preferred or a willingness to obtain Connecticut licensure
• 1 to 5 years of litigation experience
• 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*

• Salary of $125,000+based on experience, with bonus opportunities based on billable hours and contributions to the firm
• Bonus opportunity
• PTO and Sick Days
• Paid Holidays
• 401k with firm match
• Health insurance stipend available
  *some benefits have a waiting period

How to Apply

Please submit the following:

• Your resume
• A writing sample, such as a brief or order
• 3 professional references

Please submit all application materials through the designated application channel so we can review every candidate consistently. To ensure a fair and efficient process, we kindly ask that applicants not contact the firm directly. We will reach out to candidates whose background and experience best align with what the firm is seeking.