Litigation Associate

AJ Chambers US; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

AJ Chambers US, a leading New York law firm, seeks a Commercial Litigation Attorney with at least five years of experience handling complex disputes. The role offers direct client exposure and significant responsibility on sophisticated, high-profile matters alongside an established litigation team.

The ideal candidate will have strong motion practice, deposition experience, and mastery of New York civil procedure, with a track record of rigorous legal research and persuasive writing.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of complex commercial litigation experience.
• Experience drafting and arguing motions.
• Experience taking and defending depositions.
• Strong discovery management experience, including document review and production.
• Witness preparation experience for hearings, arbitrations, and trials.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Strong knowledge of New York civil procedure.
• Ability to manage multiple matters independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and client-facing skills.

Skills

Complex commercial litigation

Drafting motions

Deposition experience

Discovery management

Witness preparation

Legal research writing

New York civil procedure

Client-facing skills

Multi-matter management

Job description

A highly regarded New York law firm is seeking a Commercial Litigation Attorney with at least 5 years of experience handling complex commercial disputes. Experience involving real estate related litigation, construction disputes, or both is strongly preferred.

This opportunity offers significant responsibility, direct client exposure, and the chance to work on sophisticated, high profile matters alongside an established litigation team.

Must Haves

• Minimum 5 years of complex commercial litigation experience
• Experience drafting and arguing motions
• Experience taking and defending depositions
• Strong discovery management experience, including document review and production
• Witness preparation experience for hearings, arbitrations, and trials
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Strong knowledge of New York civil procedure
• Ability to manage multiple matters independently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and client-facing skills

Nice to Haves

• Construction law dispute experience
• Trial, evidentiary hearing, or arbitration experience
• Experience using e-discovery platforms
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Collaborative and team oriented working environment

Reasons to Join

• One of New York City's most established and respected real estate focused law firms, with a longstanding reputation for handling complex and high profile matters.
• Recognized by both U.S. News & World Report and Crain's New York as a top law firm and workplace, reflecting its strong culture and market reputation.
• Strong emphasis on attorney development, including mentorship, business development support, and opportunities for thought leadership and professional visibility.
• Collaborative culture that promotes long term career growth, teamwork, and meaningful attorney involvement in client matters.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace where attorneys are encouraged to build lasting careers and develop their practices.