Attorney - Personal Injury Tort & Insurance Defense Associate
Company: Cullen and Dykman
Location: New York City
Posted on: February 27, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description About Cullen and Dykman LLP
Cullen and Dykman LLP is a full?service law firm that has been
serving clients since 1850. We are committed to delivering
exceptional legal services while fostering a dynamic and collegial
work environment. Our attorneys, paralegals, and staff play a vital
role in the firm’s continued growth and success, and we look
forward to welcoming a proactive and motivated associate to our
team. What You’ll Do We are seeking an experienced Litigation
Associate with 4 years of personal injury tort litigation
experience to join our Tort and Insurance Defense Practice in
Manhattan. This role offers immediate client contact and
responsibility, with opportunities to work on complex litigation
matters. Key Responsibilities: Represent clients in personal injury
tort and insurance defense litigation. Handle depositions, motion
practice, and court appearances. Provide strategic counsel and
assume responsibility for client matters from the outset. Draft
pleadings, discovery requests, and other litigation documents.
Collaborate with partners and colleagues to develop case strategies
and deliver exceptional client service. Manage multiple assignments
independently while maintaining attention to detail. What You’ll
Bring Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree with excellent academic
credentials. Admission to the New York Bar required; admission to
the New Jersey Bar is a plus. Minimum of 4 years of personal injury
tort litigation experience. Trial experience is a plus but not
required. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Professional judgment, problem?solving ability, and decision?making
skills. Ability to communicate professionally with internal and
external clients. Proactive, resourceful, and committed to
delivering high?quality work. Ability to work independently and
manage multiple priorities effectively. Compensation & Benefits
Salary Range: We offer a competitive salary, an excellent benefits
package and a collaborative, friendly environment. The salary range
for this role is $120,000-$140,000. Actual salary will be
commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and relevant
experience. Benefits include comprehensive healthcare, paid time
off, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities.
How to Apply If you are motivated to grow your career in personal
injury tort and insurance defense litigation, we encourage you to
apply. Please submit your resume by clicking “Apply.” For more
information about Cullen and Dykman LLP, please visit
www.cullenllp.com. Equal Employment Opportunity Cullen and Dykman
LLP provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and
applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and
harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion,
age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected
veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression,
or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local
laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of
employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion,
termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence,
compensation, and training.
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