MCB is seeking to add three attorneys to its teams in NYC (Senior Associate), Long Island (Junior Associate) and White Plains (Junior Associate). This is an outstanding opportunity to join one of New York’s leading litigation defense firms.   Along with an outstanding career path we are prepared to offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package including excellent benefits options, parental leave, a 401K match, professional development, CLE credits and coordination, memberships, corporate discounts and more.
Responsibilities

Drafting/reviewing/responding to discovery documents, as well as, motionsConducting and/or defend depositions
Court appearances (arguing motions & attending mediations - Senior Associate)
Performing legal/medical research

 Candidate Qualifications

JD from an accredited law school
Admission to NY bar
Junior Associate: 2-3+ years civil litigation experience (medical malpractice defense focus preferred)
Senior Associate: 5+ years civil litigation experience (medical malpractice defense focus preferred)
Excellent communication skills (written and oral)

Additional Skills/Experience

Self-starter who takes ownership of executing tasks
Ability to manage and prioritize large and complex case-load
Effective team player

How to Apply

Send e-mail to Cathy Reilly, reillc@mcblaw.com
  & Courtney Scott, courtney.scott@mcblaw.com
with “Associate Attorney Position [choose one or more: NYC, Long Island of White Plains]” in the subject line
Include CV, Resume and Writing Sample in the e-mail

Martin Clearwater & Bell LLP, which has the distinction of being the oldest and largest medical defense firm in New York, has expanded over recent decades to specialize in all areas of professional liability, medical and healthcare litigation. Our defense practices include medical malpractice, health care litigation, employment and labor, nursing home defense, dental malpractice, professional liability, general liability and appellate matters.  Recognized by both the bench and bar as a leader in the medical defense and professional liability areas, MCB has served the professional community for over one hundred years. What truly sets MCB apart from its competition is its depth of talent and stability.  All of the Firm's senior partners have over 20 years of experience or more with the Firm. As a result of our commitment to excellence, MCB has grown steadily over the years from a dozen attorneys, including three partners in the mid-1970’s to more than 80 attorneys today.  MCB has been honored by The American Lawyer as a Top 100 New York Law Firm and has three senior partners who are Fellows of the American College of Trial Lawyers. In addition, a number of Firm partners are selected by their peers for inclusion in Best Lawyers in America as well as Super Lawyers. Most of the Firm’s partners are AV rated by Martindale-Hubbell, their highest rating.