Commercial Litigation Attorney

About the Role

An established mid‑sized law firm in New York City is seeking a Senior Associate Attorney with 4+ years of experience to join its Commercial Litigation Group in a hybrid capacity. The attorney will independently manage files from inception through resolution and handle complex commercial disputes, business litigation, contract disputes, court proceedings, depositions, and related matters.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial litigation matters independently from initial case assessment through final resolution.
• Develop case strategy and advise clients regarding risks, objectives, and potential outcomes.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery demands, responses, and other litigation documents.
• Take and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts.
• Appear in court for conferences, hearings, oral arguments, and other proceedings.
• Conduct written discovery, oversee document production, and resolve discovery disputes.
• Prepare clients and witnesses for depositions, hearings, and trial.
• Negotiate settlements and participate in mediations and other alternative dispute resolution proceedings.
• Collaborate with partners, associates, paralegals, and clients while maintaining primary responsibility for assigned matters.
• Maintain responsive client communication and provide clear, practical, and business‑focused legal advice.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of substantive commercial litigation experience.
• Admission to the New York State Bar and good standing.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage litigation files from inception through resolution.
• Substantial courtroom experience, including appearances, conferences, hearings, and motion practice.
• Strong deposition experience, including preparing witnesses and taking and defending depositions.
• Excellent legal research, writing, analytical, negotiation, and oral advocacy skills.
• Sound judgment and the ability to develop practical litigation strategies for sophisticated clients.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple active matters and deadlines.

Benefits

• Strong bonus structure.
• Hybrid work arrangement.
• Meaningful work‑life balance.
• Opportunity to join a growing mid‑sized firm.
• Sophisticated and diverse commercial litigation matters.
• No portable book of business required.
• Comprehensive benefits package.

Pay

Salary range: $175,000‑$250,000+, contingent on experience. Includes a strong bonus structure.

Schedule

Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility and work‑life balance.