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Financial Services Litigation Associate - New York

$235k - $365k

Direct Counsel

Job Description

Job Description

Direct Counsel is representing an Am Law 100 firm seeking a Litigation Associate to join its Financial Services Litigation Practice Group Position Overview

This is an exciting opportunity for a junior to mid-level associate with at least 3 years of litigation experience focused on commercial real estate, distressed loans, debt and security instruments, and creditor/lender liability. The associate will join a highly collaborative national practice representing financial institutions in complex litigation matters.

Key Responsibilities
  • Draft briefs, complaints, pretrial motions, legal memoranda, and discovery requests

  • Represent financial institutions and lenders in real estate and commercial disputes

  • Manage complex litigation from inception through trial or resolution

  • Conduct legal research and analysis across multiple financial litigation issues

  • Collaborate closely with partners and contribute to a team-oriented environment

Qualifications

Required:

  • JD from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials

  • Admission to the State Bar

  • At least 2 years of relevant litigation experience relating to commercial real estate, distressed loans, debt and security instruments, or creditor and lender liability. 

  • Extensive experience with legal drafting and procedural motion practice

  • Excellent writing, research, and analytical skills

  • Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities

Preferred:

  • Background in commercial litigation or financial services litigation

  • Experience at a national or large regional law firm

Compensation & Benefits
  • $235k/yr - $365k/yr base salary commensurate with experience

  • Performance-based discretionary bonus potential

  • Comprehensive benefits package including:

    • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

    • Life and disability coverage

    • 401(k) retirement plan

    • Paid time off and parental leave

    • Access to professional development and mentorship programs

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit:

  • Cover letter

  • Resume

  • Legal writing sample

Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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