Job Description

Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney (4-8 years)

4–8 Years of Experience | $115,000–$155,000

Take Your Litigation Career to the Next Level

Are you a commercial litigation attorney who enjoys tackling complex legal challenges, developing creative strategies, and taking an active role in the courtroom?

We are partnering with a respected, growing law firm seeking a talented Commercial Litigation Associate with 4–8 years of experience to join its litigation practice.

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who wants more than simply supporting cases behind the scenes. You'll have the opportunity to take ownership of sophisticated commercial disputes, work directly with clients, collaborate with experienced attorneys, and play a meaningful role in litigation strategy from inception through resolution.

The firm's practice involves high-stakes business disputes in both state and federal courts, offering exposure to challenging matters and opportunities for continued professional growth.

What You'll Be Doing

• Manage complex commercial litigation matters from initial pleadings through discovery, trial, settlement, or alternative dispute resolution.

• Handle a broad range of business disputes, including breach of contract, business torts, trade secrets, intellectual property, and corporate governance matters.

• Take and defend depositions involving fact and expert witnesses.

• Draft and argue substantive motions, including motions to dismiss, summary judgment motions, and preliminary injunction applications.

• Lead discovery efforts, including document production, electronic discovery, and discovery-related disputes.

• Conduct sophisticated legal research and develop practical, strategic solutions for clients.

• Participate in court appearances, hearings, trials, mediations, and arbitrations.

• Work closely with senior attorneys on litigation strategy while providing guidance to junior attorneys and paralegals.

• Develop relationships with clients and serve as a trusted resource throughout the litigation process.

What We're Looking For

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) and active admission to the New York State Bar.

• 4–8 years of commercial litigation experience, including matters in state and federal courts.

• Demonstrated experience taking and defending depositions.

• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.

• Experience managing significant motion practice and complex discovery.

• Excellent judgment, organizational skills, and attention to detail.

• Confidence working directly with clients, opposing counsel, and the courts.

• A collaborative, proactive approach and an interest in continuing to develop as a litigator.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This is an opportunity to build your career with a firm that values strong legal talent, collaboration, and professional development.

What the firm offers:

• Meaningful involvement in sophisticated, high-stakes commercial litigation.

• Direct collaboration with experienced attorneys across multiple practice areas.

• Opportunities to develop courtroom experience and take greater ownership of matters.

• In-house CLE programs and ongoing professional development.

• Firm-paid bar association membership dues.

• Access to modern legal research tools and technology.

• A collaborative, inclusive, and engaging professional environment.

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Compensation

$115,000–$155,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Interested in Learning More?

If you're a commercial litigation attorney who enjoys complex cases, values collaboration, and is ready for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.

Explore an opportunity where your experience, judgment, and litigation skills will be valued.