Commercial Litigation Associates | New York, NY | Hybrid

Job Description

Our client is a well-regarded smaller New York law firm that handles commercial litigation, franchise law, business law, and real estate. They're looking to add 1 to 2 Litigation Associates.

The Role

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• Handle commercial and franchise-related litigation matters
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• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and legal memoranda
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• Take part in depositions and witness preparation, and support court appearances and hearings
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• Work directly with partners on case strategy and keep clients updated on their matters
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Ideal Background

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• 4 to 6 years of commercial litigation experience
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• Strong writing, research, and motion practice skills
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• Experience managing document discovery and preparing deposition outlines
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• Familiarity with federal and state court practice
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• Admitted to the New York Bar
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• Commercial, franchise, or real estate litigation experience is a plus, but not required
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This role is best for attorneys coming from complex commercial matters. It isn't a fit for insurance defense, personal injury, or high-volume practice backgrounds.

Compensation and Schedule

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• $180,000 to $200,000 base
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• About 40 billable hours per week, treated as a target rather than a hard requirement
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• Hybrid: 3 days in office, 2 remote
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Also Open to Senior / Counsel-Level Attorneys

The firm will also consider more senior attorneys at the Counsel or contract partner level who have some portable business. Pay can combine a guaranteed salary with up to 25% of originations, so there's real upside for attorneys who bring business. Remote work is very flexible for these roles, up to fully remote for the right fit. Please submit resume for immediate consideration.