Attorney - Commercial Litigation $240k

We Are Legal Revolution; New York (NY); On-site; USD 190,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Join We Are Legal Revolution as an Associate Attorney in New York City, where you'll litigate high-stakes commercial disputes for global clients. Benefit from mentorship by experienced litigators and work in a collaborative, award-winning environment with significant opportunities for career advancement. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits included.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Performance bonuses

Qualifications

• Must have a Juris Doctor (JD) and be licensed to practice law.
• Experience in commercial litigation preferred.
• Strong drafting and case management skills required.

Responsibilities

• Litigate various types of commercial disputes including breach of contract.
• Draft motions, pleadings, and briefs.
• Manage discovery, including e-discovery processes.
• Advise corporate clients on litigation risks.

Skills

Litigation

Drafting

Discovery Management

Client Advising

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

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We Are Legal Revolution provided pay range

This range is provided by We Are Legal Revolution. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$190,000.00/yr - $240,000.00/yr

Join a prestigious full-service firm in Manhattan with a 90+ year legacy of handling high-stakes commercial disputes for global clients. Known for its trial-ready litigators, this firm offers a strategic platform to litigate complex cases while advancing your career in a collaborative environment.

Why You Should Join:

• Award-Winning Litigation Team – Join a group named the 2025 Connecticut Litigation Department of the Year by Benchmark Litigation, with a recent $15M contract dispute win in federal court for a Fortune 500 client.
• High-Profile Clientele – Represent major corporations in bet-the-company litigation, with the firm defending 10% of Fortune 500 companies in commercial disputes last year.
• Mentorship from Trial Leaders – Work with litigators who’ve completed over 30 federal clerkships, ensuring you’re guided by seasoned advocates with deep courtroom experience.

Responsibilities:

• Litigate Commercial Disputes – Handle breach of contract, shareholder disputes, and business torts in federal and state courts, including the NY Supreme Court Commercial Division.
• Draft Strategic Briefs – Prepare motions, pleadings, and appellate briefs, crafting arguments for high-stakes litigation.
• Manage Discovery – Oversee document production, depositions, and e-discovery, building robust cases for trial or settlement.
• Advise Corporate Clients – Provide counsel on litigation risks and strategies, helping businesses navigate complex disputes.
• Support Arbitration – Represent clients in arbitral tribunals, securing favorable outcomes in multi-million-dollar disputes.

What’s In It for You:

• Competitive Pay – Earn $190K–$240K base (based on experience) with performance bonuses.
• Manhattan Hub – Work from a modern office, in the heart of Midtown’s legal scene.
• Comprehensive Benefits – Health, dental, vision, 401(k), and PTO to support your well-being.
• Collaborative Culture – Thrive in a firm with a non-hierarchical environment, fostering teamwork and growth.
• Career Advancement – Position yourself for leadership in a firm known for cultivating top litigators.

Ready to Take the Reins?

For a confidential and non-obligation call to learn more about this opportunity, please apply below or forward your resume to [e-mail] and we'll be happy to discuss this position in more detail.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Law Practice

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