Commercial Litigation Associate - New York, NY

plug-legal; New York (NY); On-site; USD 250,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with profit-sharing

Generous paid time off

Life, short-term, long-term disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Budget for professional development

Job summary

Plug-legal is seeking a mid-to-senior litigation associate for their Manhattan office, requiring 5-7 years of commercial litigation experience and NY Bar admission. Candidates will lead high-stakes business disputes while enjoying a transparent path toward partnership.

The role includes drafting and arguing motions, managing discovery, and gaining trial exposure. A competitive salary ranging from $250,000 to $280,000 is offered, alongside premium insurance and generous PTO.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in commercial litigation.
• Strong academic background from a recognized institution.
• Experience from a large law firm or elite litigation boutique.

Responsibilities

• Direct case strategy from inception through resolution.
• Draft and argue dispositive motions.
• Manage expert and fact discovery and key depositions.

Skills

New York Bar Admission

Commercial Litigation

Exceptional Writing Skills

Deposition Practice

Job description

Commercial Litigation · 5–7 Years · NY Bar Required

The hardest transition for a commercial litigator occurs between years five and seven. In many large firms, this is where advancement stalls, and senior associates find themselves stuck managing doc review or drafting briefs for partners to argue. We are representing an Am Law 100 firm seeking a mid‑to‑senior litigation associate for their Manhattan office who is ready to run files, cross‑examine witnesses, and take a primary role in high‑stakes business disputes. If you have built a strong procedural foundation and want a transparent path toward partnership with genuine courtroom exposure, this platform provides that strategic leap.

The Work

This role spans a sophisticated mix of general commercial litigation, with distinct opportunities to lead complex matters within the real estate and financial services sectors. You will not be tucked away in a back room; you will actively direct case strategy from inception through resolution across both New York State and federal courts. This includes drafting and arguing dispositive motions, managing expert and fact discovery, and taking and defending key depositions. For candidates looking to elevate their advocacy, the firm actively paths associates toward first‑chair trial exposure and direct client management rather than keeping them behind a partner‑level buffer.

Who This Is For

You are a New York‑admitted litigator with five to seven years of experience, ideally coming from a large law firm or an elite litigation boutique. You have a stellar academic track record, exceptional writing skills, and a strong comfort level handling advanced deposition practice.

• The Funnel Hook: While a traditional big‑law commercial litigation background is highly valued, we welcome conversations with high‑caliber white‑collar defense or financial regulatory associates who want to pivot their skills into a broader, commercial trial‑ready practice. Similarly, if your experience is heavily weighted toward general business torts but you want to specialize deeply in high‑value New York real estate and finance disputes, this role provides the necessary infrastructure and mentorship to bridge that gap.

Compensation and Benefits

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $250,000 to $280,000, dependent on your exact class year, credentials, and depth of relevant experience.

• Premium medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with firm profit‑sharing contributions
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and comprehensive parental leave policies
• Life, short‑term, and long‑term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Dedicated annual budget for professional development, bar association dues, and CLE tracking