$105000–$125000 yearly
Full-time
Floral Park
Commercial & Real Estate Litigation Associate (2–4 Years) Location: Floral Park, NY (Hybrid – primarily in-office) Accessible via LIRR | On-site parking available Competitive Salary: $105,000 – $125,000 base + discretionary bonus Paykin Law is seeking a motivated commercial and real estate litigation associate to join our growing team in Floral Park, NY. This role offers substantially more hands-on responsibility and courtroom exposure than many comparable NYC positions, while remaining easily accessible from Manhattan, Queens, and Brooklyn via the Long Island Rail Road. Our office also provides convenient on-site parking, making commuting straightforward whether traveling by train or car. The position is ideal for an attorney who wants to develop meaningful litigation experience, participate directly in case strategy, and gain exposure to real estate transactions and business matters within a collaborative, technology-forward boutique firm. About Paykin Law Paykin Law is a New York commercial litigation and real estate law firm focused on delivering strategic legal solutions in: Commercial litigation Real estate litigation Real estate transactions Business and corporate matters With offices in Floral Park and Manhattan, our boutique firm combines strategic advocacy, advanced legal technology, and client-focused solutions to achieve outstanding results for businesses and individuals throughout New York State. Our leadership is nationally recognized for contributions to the American Bar Association (ABA) and New York State Bar Association (NYSBA), including board and committee leadership roles, CLE speaking engagements, published insights on legal technology and AI, and participation in major professional programs such as ABA TECHSHOW. Accolades & Recognition Paykin Law has received numerous industry honors, including: AV Preeminent Peer Rating – Martindale-Hubbell 10.0 “Superb” Rating – Avvo Client Champion – Platinum – Martindale-Hubbell Best Real Estate Lawyer on Long Island (2026) Best Law Firm & Best Real Estate Attorney in Queens, Long Island, and Manhattan (multiple years) Leading Complex Transaction Lawyer of the Year – New York (2025) – Acquisition International Responsibilities Draft motions, pleadings, briefs, discovery responses, and legal memoranda Assist with litigation strategy in commercial and real estate disputes in state and federal courts Conduct legal research and prepare case strategy materials Participate in court appearances, conferences, and hearings Support residential and commercial real estate transactions, including closings and due diligence Draft and review leases, contracts, and transactional documents Work directly with clients and senior attorneys on case strategy Utilize modern legal technology, research platforms, and AI tools to enhance efficiency and case management Qualifications Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school Admission to the New York Bar Approximately 2–4 years of litigation experience (commercial or real estate preferred) Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills Comfort working with legal technology and AI tools Ability to manage tasks independently while collaborating with a team Interest in developing both litigation and transactional experience Work Schedule & Location Hybrid work environment with structured in-office collaboration Office located in Floral Park, NY Easily accessible via the Long Island Rail Road On-site parking available Standard schedule: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM, Monday–Friday Compensation & Benefits Billable expectation: approximately 5 hours per day Competitive base salary: $105,000 – $130,000, commensurate with experience Discretionary performance bonus Employer-sponsored retirement savings plan Paid time off and holidays CLE support and professional development opportunities Why Join Paykin Law Associates at Paykin Law receive substantial responsibility early in their careers, with exposure to complex commercial and real estate litigation, real estate transactional work, direct client interaction, and strategic case development. Our firm emphasizes professional growth, legal innovation, and technology-forward practice, providing attorneys with meaningful experience and a clear path for long-term development.
