Commercial Litigation Associate (3-5 Yrs Exp)

Australia-Employment; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot seeks a mid-level Commercial Litigation Associate for our New York office. The role offers direct client engagement, hands-on responsibility, and exposure to sophisticated disputes across commercial matters and regulatory issues.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of litigation experience, strong motion practice, excellent writing and research skills, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines while collaborating with senior attorneys. NY bar eligibility or waivable status is required.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of litigation experience in a law firm setting.
• Experience handling complex commercial or business disputes.
• Strong motion practice, research, and writing experience.
• Exposure to sophisticated litigation matters involving multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to work across diverse subject matter areas.
• Strong academic credentials.

Responsibilities

• Handle all phases of complex litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other substantive litigation documents.
• Conduct legal research and analyze complex legal issues.
• Participate in discovery, including document review, written discovery, and depositions.
• Assist with hearing, mediation, arbitration, and trial preparation.
• Develop case strategy in collaboration with senior attorneys.
• Work directly with clients and assist in managing ongoing litigation matters.
• Support matters across multiple substantive practice areas as business needs require.

Skills

Litigation experience

Motion practice

Legal research

Writing skills

Client communication

Education

Strong academic credentials

Job description

Commercial Litigation Associate (3-5 Yrs Exp)

$200000 - $250000 per year | New York, NY | Hybrid | Permanent

Complex Litigation. Broad Exposure. Meaningful Responsibility.

A bit about us:

We are a full-service law firm composed of highly talented, thoughtful, and experienced attorneys committed to delivering exceptional results for our clients. Our work spans a broad range of sophisticated legal matters, including complex disputes, strategic transactions, and ongoing business counseling for organizations, institutions, and individuals. We emphasize a practical, solutions-oriented approach, combining deep legal knowledge with an understanding of our clients’ broader objectives. Collaboration, sound judgment, and strong client relationships are at the core of how we approach every matter, allowing us to consistently deliver high-quality, value-driven legal services.

Why join us?

Joining our team means working on sophisticated, high-level matters in an environment that values both excellence and sustainability. We provide attorneys with meaningful responsibility and direct client engagement, supported by a collaborative and accessible team structure. Our culture prioritizes mentorship, professional development, and long-term growth, allowing attorneys to build their skills while maintaining balance. We focus on quality of work rather than volume, with expectations designed to support a manageable and rewarding career. In addition, we foster a collegial atmosphere where teamwork, initiative, and thoughtful lawyering are valued, creating a place where attorneys can thrive professionally without sacrificing personal well-being.

Job Details

We are seeking a mid-level litigation associate to join our growing disputes practice. This opportunity is ideal for an attorney who enjoys handling a variety of complex matters and wants exposure to multiple substantive areas rather than being siloed into a single specialty.

The successful candidate will work closely with experienced litigators on sophisticated disputes involving commercial matters, business conflicts, regulatory issues, and other complex litigation. This role offers hands‑on responsibility, significant writing opportunities, direct client interaction, and meaningful involvement in case strategy.

Responsibilities

• Handle all phases of complex litigation matters from inception through resolution
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other substantive litigation documents
• Conduct legal research and analyze complex legal issues
• Participate in discovery, including document review, written discovery, and depositions
• Assist with hearing, mediation, arbitration, and trial preparation
• Develop case strategy in collaboration with senior attorneys
• Work directly with clients and assist in managing ongoing litigation matters
• Support matters across multiple substantive practice areas as business needs require

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of litigation experience in a law firm setting
• Experience handling complex commercial or business disputes
• Strong motion practice, research, and writing experience
• Exposure to sophisticated litigation matters involving multiple stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively across diverse subject matter areas
• Strong academic credentials

Requirements

• Licensed to practice law and in good standing in NY or the ability to waive in
• Excellent legal writing and analytical skills
• Strong verbal communication and client‑management abilities
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and competing priorities
• Strong attention to detail and sound professional judgment
• Team‑oriented mindset and willingness to take ownership of matters

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.

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.