Litigation Associate - New York, NY

About the role

We have an immediate need for a Commercial Litigation Associate with 6-8 years of commercial litigation experience for our New York office. We are looking for candidates who are willing to litigate a diverse range of matters including business disputes, general litigation and financial matrimonial matters (no prior experience necessary in this area) in both state and federal courts. We are looking for a self-starter with excellent research and writing skills who wants to work directly with a partner and take lead in matters when appropriate. This position offers the opportunity for client interaction, on-your-feet court experience and direct involvement in every aspect of litigation including discovery, depositions, brief writing and trial. Excellent work environment and great team of lawyers.

Responsibilities

• Litigate business disputes, general litigation, and financial matrimonial matters in state and federal courts
• Engage in client interaction and on-your-feet court experience
• Handle discovery, depositions, brief writing, and trial
• Work directly with partners and take lead on matters when appropriate

Requirements

• 6-8 years of commercial litigation experience
• Excellent academic credentials
• Previous experience litigating in New York state and/or federal courts
• NY Bar admission required

Qualifications

• Self‑starter with excellent research and writing skills
• Willingness to litigate a diverse range of matters

Skills

• Research and writing
• Client interaction
• Courtroom advocacy (discovery, depositions, brief writing, trial)

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Professional development opportunities

Pay

Salary Range: $215,000 to $255,000