Courtroom-Ready Litigation Associate — NYC

Hudson Manpower; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Hudson Manpower is seeking a motivated Litigation Associate to join its growing civil litigation practice in New York City. The role offers substantial responsibility, meaningful client interaction, and direct courtroom exposure from day one.

You will work with senior litigators on diverse disputes, including commercial, contract, employment, real estate, landlord-tenant, and professional liability matters in state and federal courts.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active admission to the New York State Bar in good standing.
• 1–3 years of post-bar litigation experience.
• Strong familiarity with FRCP, NY CPLR, FRE, and local court rules.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions, memoranda, affidavits, and other court submissions.
• Conduct legal research and analysis; manage discovery timelines.
• Prepare deposition materials; assist with hearings and trials.
• Handle electronic filings and maintain litigation calendars.
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal research

Legal writing

Client management

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

ABA-accredited law school

Tools

e-discovery tools

Job description

Hudson Manpower is seeking a motivated Litigation Associate to join its growing civil litigation practice in New York City. The role offers substantial responsibility, meaningful client interaction, and direct courtroom exposure from day one.

You will work with senior litigators on diverse disputes, including commercial, contract, employment, real estate, landlord-tenant, and professional liability matters in state and federal courts.