Commercial Litigation Associate
About the role
This role is ideal for an attorney who wants to do meaningful, complex work while developing under experienced mentors. You will gain hands-on exposure across all phases of litigation and play a critical role in driving client outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Support all aspects of commercial litigation matters from inception through resolution
- Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and legal memoranda
- Conduct legal research and contribute to case strategy
- Handle discovery processes, including e-discovery and document review
- Participate in depositions, hearings, and trial
- Collaborate closely with partners and clients on case strategy
Requirements
Strong writing, analytical, and advocacy skills
Experience with pleadings, motion practice, discovery, trial prep
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
JD from an accredited law school and admission to the New York Bar
Qualifications
Candidates whose experience is limited to personal injury, insurance defense, consumer credit or residential/foreclosure work are not the ideal fit for this role.
Benefits
Exceptional reputation in high-stakes litigation on behalf of Long Island, NYC and Capital Region clients
No rigid billable hour pressure, allowing focus on quality work and life
Direct access to highly experienced colleagues, many with large-firm backgrounds
Strong investment in the Albany market with a mandate for long-term growth
Collaborative, team-oriented culture with extremely high retention
Pay
DOE
Schedule
Full-time