Commercial Litigation Associate

Friedman Williams; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Growing NYC office

Direct client interaction

Job summary

Friedman Williams, a respected AmLaw 200 law firm, seeks a Commercial Litigation Associate in New York with 4+ years of experience to handle substantive matters in a growing NYC office. You will draft pleadings, participate in depositions, manage discovery, and work with partners on strategy while maintaining client relationships and delivering practical advocacy.

Hybrid work arrangement: four days in the office and one remote day weekly, with a meaningful billable-hours target and strong growth

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of substantive litigation experience, preferably commercial/complex civil litigation.
• New York Bar admission required, or eligible for admission.

Responsibilities

• Handle a broad range of commercial litigation matters in New York state and federal courts.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests/responses, and other litigation documents.
• Conduct legal research and develop arguments involving complex disputes.
• Manage written discovery, document production, and eDiscovery processes.
• Prepare for and participate in depositions, court conferences, hearings, and other proceedings.
• Assist with developing litigation strategy, evaluating claims/defenses, and preparing matters for trial.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical thinking

Oral advocacy

Client interaction

Education

New York Bar admission

Job description

Commercial Litigation Associate New York NY

Job ID: 21656

Friedman Williams is working with an established AmLaw 200 law firm seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate with 4+ years of experience to join its expanding New York City litigation practice. This opportunity offers exposure to sophisticated commercial disputes, meaningful client interaction, and the ability to assume substantive litigation responsibility within a growing NYC office backed by the resources of a nationally recognized firm.

The firm’s Commercial Litigation Practice Group represents businesses, financial institutions, and other commercial clients in a broad range of complex disputes. The incoming associate will work closely with experienced litigation partners while handling substantive assignments involving case strategy, motion practice, discovery, depositions, and other aspects of commercial litigation.

The New York City office is undergoing significant expansion, offering the opportunity to join a growing team with a collaborative, small-office environment while benefiting from the broader resources and capabilities of an established, full-service law firm.

Responsibilities:

• Handle a broad range of commercial litigation matters in New York state and federal courts.
• Draft pleadings, substantive motions, briefs, discovery requests and responses, and other litigation documents.
• Conduct legal research and develop legal arguments involving complex commercial disputes.
• Manage written discovery, document production, and eDiscovery processes.
• Prepare for and participate in depositions, court conferences, hearings, and other litigation proceedings.
• Assist with developing litigation strategy, evaluating claims and defenses, and preparing matters for trial or resolution.
• Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, and other members of the litigation team.
• Assume increasing responsibility for case management and substantive litigation assignments as experience permits.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 4 years of substantive litigation experience, preferably involving commercial or complex civil litigation.
• New York Bar admission required, or eligibility for admission.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.
• Demonstrated experience drafting substantive motions, briefs, pleadings, and other litigation documents.
• Experience with discovery, depositions, and other phases of litigation.
• Prior judicial clerkship experience, including trial or appellate court clerkships, will be considered.
• Ability to manage multiple litigation assignments, meet deadlines, and work effectively within a collaborative team.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and client-service skills.

Compensation & Additional Details:

• Base salary of approximately $140,000$175,000, with flexibility depending on experience and qualifications.
• Hybrid work arrangement with four days in the office and one remote day per week.
• Annual billable-hour target of approximately 1,800 hours.
• Opportunity to join an expanding New York City office within an established AmLaw 200 firm.
• Collaborative, small-office working environment with access to the resources and capabilities of a national litigation platform.
• Meaningful opportunities for direct client interaction, substantive case responsibility, and long-term professional growth.
• Opportunity to work closely with experienced litigation partners on sophisticated commercial disputes.

This position is well suited for a commercial litigation associate seeking substantive responsibility, exposure to complex business disputes, and the opportunity to grow professionally within an expanding New York City office of an established AmLaw 200 firm.

For additional details, contact Sarah Latham at [e-mail]

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