Litigation Associate Attorney (NY)
LITIGATION ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY
Location: New York, NY
A prominent AmLaw 100 national law firm is seeking a talented Litigation Associate to join its New York office. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney with a strong commercial litigation background to handle sophisticated disputes and work closely with clients on both litigation strategy and risk management.
Candidate Profile
- JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
- Active Bar Admission in New York, in good standing
- 3-6 years of substantive commercial litigation experience
- A strong background handling matters in New York state and federal courts
- Demonstrated ability to draft and respond to pleadings, written discovery, and dispositive and other motions
- Hands-on involvement taking and defending depositions
- The ability to draft, brief, and argue motions
- A background advising clients regarding risk mitigation, dispute resolution, and complex commercial matters
- Excellent legal research, analytical, and writing skills, supported by a strong academic record
- Trial exposure is a plus, but not required
- Prior large law firm practice is strongly preferred
Key Responsibilities
- Work on complex commercial disputes in a sophisticated litigation practice
- Gain meaningful responsibility across all stages of litigation
- Develop experience in both contentious matters and strategic risk-management counseling
- Work directly with experienced attorneys and clients on significant business disputes and litigation strategies
- Advise clients not only on active disputes, but also on risk mitigation and practical business solutions
- Build your practice in a collaborative environment that values excellent legal analysis, strong writing, sound judgment, and professional development
- Manage litigation from inception to resolution, including strategy development, pleadings, discovery, motion practice, depositions, and negotiation
Why Join Us?
This position offers the opportunity to join a sophisticated complex, high-stakes commercial disputes practice known for its deep bench, strong client relationships, and supportive culture. The practice emphasizes professional development, hands-on litigation experience, and meaningful client engagement. For driven attorneys seeking to advance their career in a collaborative environment with opportunities to grow a book of business, this role provides an ideal platform for long-term success.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive Salary: Expected annual base salary range of $230,000-$250,000, as determined by experience and market factors
- Eligibility for bonuses
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k); 529 college savings plan; paid parental leave; backup child and elder care support; family-building benefits; an employee assistance program; and commuter benefits
Application Requirements
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and law school transcript for consideration.
Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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