Commercial Litigation Associate - Lead Complex Matters

Raines Feldman Littrell LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Raines Feldman Littrell LLP is seeking a Litigation Associate in New York with 2–5 years of substantive litigation experience. The ideal candidate will handle commercial litigation matters, demonstrating strong research and writing skills and a readiness to assume meaningful responsibility in complex cases.

The role offers collaboration with experienced litigators on sophisticated disputes in state and federal courts, with emphasis on organization, deadlines, and multi-matter management to grow

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of substantive litigation experience.
• Active membership in good standing with the New York State Bar.
• Strong research and writing skills.
• Ability to take meaningful responsibility in complex matters.

Responsibilities

• Assist with and manage aspects of commercial and complex litigation matters in New York state and federal courts.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests and responses, correspondence, and other litigation documents.
• Conduct legal research and analysis and prepare clear, persuasive written work product.
• Assist with and manage written discovery, document productions, subpoenas, and discovery disputes.
• Prepare for court conferences, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, depositions, and trials.
• Work with experts, consultants, vendors, and other professionals as necessary.
• Participate in case strategy discussions with partners, senior attorneys, and clients.
• Communicate with clients regarding case developments, deadlines, and next steps, as appropriate.
• Work collaboratively with attorneys and support staff across matters.
• Participate in firm initiatives and business development opportunities.

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal research

Legal writing

Case management

Communication

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Raines Feldman Littrell LLP is seeking a Litigation Associate in New York with 2–5 years of substantive litigation experience. The ideal candidate will handle commercial litigation matters, demonstrating strong research and writing skills and a readiness to assume meaningful responsibility in complex cases.

The role offers collaboration with experienced litigators on sophisticated disputes in state and federal courts, with emphasis on organization, deadlines, and multi-matter management to grow