Business Litigation Associate

The People Of: Professional Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 310,000 - 390,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Bonus opportunities

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

The People Of: Professional Services is seeking a qualified Business Litigation Associate in New York, NY. This role offers a substantial career opportunity in a leading international law firm's litigation practice, enabling you to work on high-stakes cases alongside expert trial lawyers.

Ideal candidates will be 4th–6th year associates with significant experience in commercial litigation. The firm provides a competitive compensation package, including a salary range of $310,000 to $390,000, depending on experience, and a comprehensive benefits structure.

Qualifications

• 4th–6th year associate with experience in complex commercial litigation.
• Strong discovery and trial preparation skills.
• Admitted to the Bar in New York.

Responsibilities

• Represent corporate clients in complex commercial litigation.
• Manage discovery and support all phases of litigation.
• Draft legal documents and develop litigation strategy.

Skills

Complex commercial litigation

Trial preparation

Discovery management

Written and oral advocacy

Analytical skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Business Litigation Associate

Location: New York, NY

A leading international law firm is seeking 4th–6th year Associates to join its award-winning Business Litigation practice in New York. This is an exceptional opportunity to work alongside nationally recognised trial lawyers on sophisticated, high-stakes commercial disputes for major corporate clients.

The role offers meaningful responsibility from day one, significant client exposure and the opportunity to develop within one of the country’s premier litigation practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent corporate clients in complex commercial litigation matters
• Manage discovery and support all phases of sophisticated litigation
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs and other substantive legal filings
• Conduct legal research and develop litigation strategy
• Assist with depositions, witness preparation and trial preparation
• Work closely with partners and clients on high-profile disputes
• Collaborate within lean litigation teams to deliver exceptional client service

Who You Are

• 4th–6th year associate
• Experience in complex commercial litigation
• Strong discovery and trial preparation experience
• Experience gained at a large law firm or respected civil litigation boutique
• Outstanding written and oral advocacy skills
• Excellent academic credentials
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities
• Admitted to the Bar in the relevant jurisdiction

Compensation

Salary Range: $310,000 – $390,000 (DOE)

Benefits

Competitive compensation package, bonus opportunities and comprehensive benefits within a collaborative, nationally recognised litigation practice.

Interested?

Contact Max at [e-mail] to learn more or express interest.