Commercial Litigation Attorney

William James Recruitment; United States; Hybrid; USD 275,000 - 365,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangement

Generous paid time off

Supportive team environment

Job summary

William James Recruitment seeks a Commercial Litigation Attorney in New York City. This role involves handling high-value commercial disputes, with a focus on end-to-end litigation lifecycle and client-focused strategy.

The ideal candidate is admitted to the New York Bar with 3+ years of experience, capable of managing complex matters, and able to work in a collaborative, hybrid environment with strong progression prospects.

Qualifications

• Experience handling complex commercial litigation matters across lifecycle.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with clients and teams.

Responsibilities

• Advise on complex commercial litigation across diverse sectors.
• Lead case assessment, pleadings, strategy, and discovery planning.
• Support motion practice, depositions, and trial preparation.

Skills

Litigation experience

Client relations

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Admitted to New York Bar

Job description

Commercial Litigation Attorney – New York City – $275,000 – $365,000 + Bonus + Benefits

An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a Commercial Litigation Attorney in New York City to join a highly regarded US law firm with a strong reputation in complex commercial disputes.

This Commercial Litigation Attorney in New York City role offers exposure to sophisticated, high-value litigation matters across a broad range of industries. The firm is recognized for its exceptional client service, technical expertise, and high-caliber litigation team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Commercial Litigation Attorney in New York City seeking hands‑on responsibility, high‑quality contentious work, and a collaborative environment with strong progression prospects.

The Role:

• Advising on complex commercial litigation matters across a variety of sectors
• Managing key stages of litigation including case assessment, pleadings and strategy development
• Leading and supporting on discovery processes and motion practice
• Conducting depositions and assisting with trial preparation
• Gaining exposure to oral advocacy and court appearances
• Working closely with senior attorneys on high‑value and business‑critical disputes
• Collaborating with colleagues across the firm on multi‑jurisdictional matters
• Supporting client relationships and contributing to ongoing case strategy

The Candidate:

• New York admitted Commercial Litigation Attorney with 3+ years’ experience
• Strong experience across the full lifecycle of commercial litigation
• Exposure to complex disputes and sophisticated legal matters
• Commercially astute with strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build client relationships
• J.D. from an accredited law school and admitted to practice in New York
• Highly organised with strong time‑management capabilities
• Able to work independently and as part of a high‑performing team

The Benefits

• Hybrid working arrangement
• Generous paid time off
• Supportive and collaborative working environment