Commercial Litigation Associate

Jobot; City of Binghamton (NY); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health benefits

401k & Profit sharing

Discretionary bonus

Disability insurance

Bar dues & CLE costs

Descripción de la vacante

Jobot is seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate in White Plains, NY for a permanent role with a competitive $90,000 to $130,000 annual salary. The attorney will handle complex business disputes, work closely with senior attorneys, and build long-term client relationships.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of relevant experience, a Juris Doctor, and active admission to the bar. The position offers substantive casework, collaborative teamwork, and growth opportunities within a respected firm.

Formación

• 5+ years of litigation experience with a focus on commercial matters.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills for briefs, motions, and pleadings.
• Strong business judgment and ability to advise clients in disputes.

Responsabilidades

• Manage commercial litigation matters from pleadings to trial preparation.
• Develop case strategies aligning arguments with client business priorities.
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery requests.

Conocimientos

Litigation experience

Commercial litigation

Legal research

Legal writing

Client counseling

Educación

Juris Doctor

Herramientas

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Descripción del empleo

Commercial Litigation Associate

$90000 - $130000 per year | White Plains, NY | On-site | Permanent

Well Respected Firm

Established in 1901, we provide peace of mind and quality service to our clients and employees. Our attorneys grow long -term careers with us and maintain a wonderful quality of life.

A bit about us:

Established in 1901, we provide peace of mind and quality service to our clients and employees. Our attorneys grow long -term careers with us and maintain a wonderful quality of life.

Why join us?

If you want to join a collaborative team and build a long term career, please read on:

• Medical, Dental, and vision
• 401k and Profit Sharing
• Can work out Origination Fees
• Discretionary Bonus
• Short term disability
• Long term Disability
• Bar dues, membership fees, and CLE expenses

Job Details

Build your litigation career by tackling complex business disputes and helping clients navigate high-stakes legal challenges. We are seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate for a permanent position offering substantive casework, close collaboration with experienced attorneys, and opportunities to develop trusted client relationships.

This role is ideal for an attorney with 5+ years of experience who combines sharp legal analysis with persuasive advocacy and practical business judgment. You will contribute to litigation strategy, manage matters through key stages of the dispute process, and deliver clear, commercially focused legal advice.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial litigation matters from initial assessment and pleadings through discovery, motion practice, settlement, and trial preparation.
• Develop case strategies that align legal arguments with clients’ business priorities, risks, and objectives.
• Conduct thorough legal research and analyze complex legal issues to support sound recommendations and effective advocacy.
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests and responses, settlement agreements, and other litigation documents.
• Provide timely, practical legal advice on commercial disputes, procedural developments, and potential outcomes.
• Prepare for and participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials, as appropriate.
• Evaluate evidence, interview witnesses, and collaborate with experts to build compelling cases.
• Maintain clear communication with clients, keeping them informed of case progress, deadlines, risks, and strategic options.
• Work closely with partners, associates, and legal support professionals to deliver high-quality work and manage competing deadlines.
• Uphold professional ethics, confidentiality, and applicable court rules.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant litigation experience, with a strong emphasis on commercial litigation or equivalent experience.
• Juris Doctor or equivalent recognized legal qualification and active authorization to practice in the applicable jurisdiction.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex legal issues and provide actionable, business-minded legal advice.
• Excellent legal research and legal writing skills, including experience preparing persuasive briefs, motions, and pleadings.
• Experience handling discovery, reviewing evidence, and supporting or leading depositions, motion practice, and dispute resolution.
• Strong understanding of litigation procedures, evidentiary principles, and case management.
• Clear communication, negotiation, and advocacy skills, with the ability to build productive client and team relationships.
• Sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple matters with appropriate independence.
• Commitment to client service, professional integrity, and continued development as a commercial litigator.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.