Commercial Litigation Attorney

Senior Commercial Litigation Attorney (Title IX & Education)Our client is seeking a Senior Associate or Counsel to join its Commercial Litigation practice in New York with a concentration in Title IX and Education Law. This unique opportunity is ideal for an experienced litigator who is passionate about representing educational institutions, administrators, faculty, and students in high-profile, sensitive matters involving higher education, civil rights, and internal investigations.The successful candidate will work with a collaborative team handling complex litigation, investigations, hearings, and advisory matters for colleges, universities, independent schools, and other educational institutions.ResponsibilitiesRepresent educational institutions and clients in matters involving Title IX investigations, hearings, and appeals.Advise clients on student and faculty disciplinary proceedings, academic misconduct matters, and institutional compliance.Conduct internal investigations involving allegations of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and misconduct.Handle litigation involving education law, civil rights claims, defamation, constitutional issues, and related commercial disputes.Counsel clients on compliance with federal and state education laws, including Title IX and other civil rights regulations.Draft motions, pleadings, legal memoranda, investigative reports, and appellate briefs.Participate in administrative proceedings, mediations, hearings, depositions, and court appearances.Develop litigation strategy and manage cases from inception through resolution.Mentor junior attorneys and collaborate across multiple practice groups as needed.QualificationsJ.D. from an accredited law school.Active admission to the New York Bar.6+ years of commercial litigation experience, preferably with exposure to education law, investigations, or civil rights matters.Experience conducting or defending internal investigations and administrative proceedings.Strong legal research, writing, advocacy, and analytical skills.Ability to independently manage sophisticated litigation matters and maintain strong client relationships.Excellent judgment when handling confidential and highly sensitive matters.Preferred ExperienceExperience representing colleges, universities, or other educational institutions.Background handling Title IX investigations and hearings.Experience with student or faculty disciplinary proceedings.Familiarity with special education law, civil rights litigation, constitutional law, or defamation matters.Prior experience managing complex commercial litigation in state and federal courts.