Commercial Litigation Associate

Jobot; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot's boutique Boston office seeks a 4+ year Commercial Litigation Associate to handle a broad range of disputes, including commercial, construction, and employment matters. You will independently manage portions of active matters while collaborating with senior attorneys and clients.

The ideal candidate has strong writing, research, and advocacy skills and a JD from an accredited law school with MA Bar admission or eligibility.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of commercial litigation experience in a law firm setting.
• Experience in construction litigation, employment litigation, or complex commercial disputes required.
• Strong writing, research, and oral advocacy skills.
• Experience handling discovery, depositions, motions practice, and mediations.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and work directly with clients.
• JD from an accredited law school; Massachusetts Bar admission or eligibility to waive in.

Responsibilities

• Represent businesses in a wide range of commercial disputes, including breach of contract, business torts, and partnership/shareholder litigation.
• Handle construction litigation matters, including contract disputes, delay claims, defect claims, and payment disputes.
• Defend and prosecute employment litigation matters, including wrongful termination, discrimination, wage and hour claims, and contract disputes.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests/responses, and legal memoranda.
• Conduct depositions, assist with witness preparation, and support trial and arbitration proceedings.
• Participate in mediations, settlement negotiations, and alternative dispute resolution.
• Collaborate with clients to develop case strategy and assess litigation risk.
• Work across industries including construction, real estate, technology, finance, and professional services

Skills

Commercial litigation

Client relations

Oral advocacy

Legal research

Education

JD from accredited law school

Massachusetts Bar admission or eligibility

Tools

eDiscovery platforms

Trial technology

Job description

Salary: $120,000 - $180,000 per year

A bit about us

We are a Boutique firm right in downtown Boston representing businesses across a wide range of industries, including construction, real estate, technology, finance, manufacturing, and professional services. The firm focuses on high-stakes business disputes where legal, financial, and operational risks intersect.

The litigation team handles a broad spectrum of matters, including commercial disputes, construction claims, employment litigation, partnership and shareholder conflicts, and complex contract matters. The practice is known for its business-first, solutions-oriented approach, emphasizing early risk assessment, strategic positioning, and efficient resolution of disputes.

Attorneys leverage modern litigation tools, including advanced eDiscovery platforms, data-driven case analysis, and secure collaboration systems, while maintaining a strong emphasis on client relationships and practical legal strategy.

Why join us?

This is an opportunity to join a collaborative litigation team where attorneys are trusted with meaningful responsibility early and work closely with partners who are deeply engaged in the strategy and development of each case.

The practice is designed for attorneys who want exposure to a wide range of sophisticated disputes—not just isolated litigation silos. You will work directly with clients, contribute to case strategy, and gain hands-on experience across all stages of litigation, from pleadings through resolution.

Unlike larger, more rigid environments, this group emphasizes mentorship, efficiency, and practical problem-solving. Attorneys are encouraged to think strategically about client outcomes, not just legal arguments, and to build long-term relationships with business clients.

Job Details

The firm is seeking a 4+ years Commercial Litigation Associate to join its growing litigation practice, with a focus on employment disputes, construction litigation and overall commercial litigation matters.

The ideal candidate will have strong litigation experience and the ability to independently manage portions of active matters while working closely with senior attorneys and clients.

Responsibilities

• Represent businesses in a wide range of commercial disputes, including breach of contract, business torts, and partnership/shareholder litigation
• Handle construction litigation matters, including contract disputes, delay claims, defect claims, and payment disputes
• Defend and prosecute employment litigation matters, including wrongful termination, discrimination, wage and hour claims, and contract disputes
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests/responses, and legal memoranda
• Conduct depositions, assist with witness preparation, and support trial and arbitration proceedings
• Participate in mediations, settlement negotiations, and alternative dispute resolution
• Collaborate with clients to develop case strategy and assess litigation risk
• Work across industries including construction, real estate, technology, finance, and professional services

Qualifications

• 4+ years of commercial litigation experience in a law firm setting
• Experience in construction litigation, employment litigation, or complex commercial disputes required
• Strong writing, research, and oral advocacy skills
• Experience handling discovery, depositions, motions practice, and mediations
• Ability to manage multiple matters and work directly with clients
• Strong academic credentials and JD from an accredited law school
• Admission to the Massachusetts Bar (or eligibility to waive in)

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