Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney
hace 3 días
New York
Pay: $180,000.00 - $225,000.00 per year WHY THIS IS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY • Step into a senior associate role at a well-established, full-service firm where you'll independently manage complex commercial litigation matters — real responsibility, real cases, real impact, • Handle the full litigation lifecycle: from inception through depositions, hearings, trials, arbitrations, and appeals — no waiting around for scraps of work, • Work alongside experienced partners in a collaborative, energetic environment that takes the work seriously without taking itself too seriously, • Origination credit available — your business development and client contributions are recognized and rewarded, • Discretionary year-end bonus and merit-based increases on top of a highly competitive base salary, • Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and access to additional voluntary programs, • A firm culture built on collaboration, integrity, and having fun while doing excellent work — no drama, no politics, just good lawyers doing good work Location: This is a full-time, in-person role based in our New York City office — a dynamic, high-energy environment at the center of one of the world's premier legal markets. Active bar admission in both New York and New Jersey is required. Note: This role requires 5+ years of substantive commercial litigation experience in a sophisticated law firm environment. Active NY and NJ bar admission is required — candidates without both will not be considered. Candidates without a strong commercial litigation background will not be considered. ABOUT US We are a well-regarded, full-service law firm with a proud history dating back to 1930 and a practice spanning 30+ areas of law — from commercial litigation and corporate transactions to real estate, estate planning, healthcare, and beyond. Our attorneys handle sophisticated matters for businesses, investors, and high-net-worth individuals across the country, and we're known for a collaborative culture where people genuinely enjoy working together. We're proud of our history and even more focused on where we're going. Confidential Employer. JOB DESCRIPTION • Independently manage a caseload of complex commercial litigation matters from inception through resolution, • Draft and prepare pleadings, motions, briefs, Orders to Show Cause, and other essential litigation documents, • Represent clients in depositions and court proceedings including hearings, trials, arbitrations, and appeals, • Conduct thorough legal research to support case strategy and decision-making, • Maintain effective, professional communication with courts, clients, and opposing counsel throughout all stages of litigation, • Stay current with legal developments, industry trends, and best practices in commercial litigation, • Draft articles for publication and contribute to firm marketing and practice development efforts, • Bring a collaborative, no-nonsense, let's-get-it-done attitude to the team every day QUALIFICATIONS • J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials, • Active bar admission in both New York and New Jersey required, • 5+ years of commercial litigation experience in a sophisticated legal environment, • Strong knowledge of New York's CPLR, New Jersey's Rules of Court, and the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, • Excellent drafting, research, analytical, and critical-thinking skills, • Strong commercial and business acumen — able to provide practical, innovative legal solutions, • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and document management software, • Knowledge of e-discovery and electronic documentation management, • Self-motivated, collaborative, and excellent interpersonal and written communication skills WHY YOU WILL LOVE WORKING HERE This is a role for a litigator who wants to do real work — managing their own cases, appearing in court, and building a practice at a firm that actually rewards the effort. You won't be buried under a senior associate's shadow. You'll have direct client contact, real courtroom experience, and the support of experienced partners who want you to succeed. The culture is collaborative and energetic — the kind of place where people work hard, hold each other to a high standard, and genuinely enjoy the team they're part of. If you're a commercial litigator ready to take ownership and grow, this is the opportunity. JPC-1216 Benefits: • Dental insurance, • Paid time off, • Retirement plan, • Vision insurance