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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