Hybrid NY Complex Commercial Litigator - Associate

Hire Consulting Services; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 220,000 - 290,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Job summary

Hire Consulting Services represents a nationally recognized AmLaw 100 firm seeking a mid-level Associate Attorney to join its Business & Commercial Disputes Practice Group in New York. This hybrid role offers exposure to complex, high-stakes commercial litigation and direct client interaction across multiple industries.

The ideal candidate has a JD from a top-tier law school, NY Bar admission, 3–5 years of substantive commercial litigation experience, and a demonstrated ability to manage

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in New York, in good standing (or ability to become admitted promptly).
• Atlanta candidates admitted to the North Carolina Bar will also be considered.
• 3-5 years substantive experience in commercial litigation.
• Experience at a sophisticated law firm managing complex business disputes, including contract issues, business torts, partnership and shareholder conflicts, fiduciary duty claims, and similar cases.
• Skilled in litigating matters in state and federal courts from inception through resolution.
• Experience drafting dispositive and non-dispositive motions, including motions to dismiss, summary judgment motions, and evidentiary motions.
• Capable in managing all phases of discovery, including written discovery, document productions, e-discovery coordination, and discovery motion practice.

Responsibilities

• Handle substantive work on complex commercial litigation matters in state and federal courts from inception through resolution.
• Draft and argue dispositive and non-dispositive motions, including motions to dismiss, summary judgment briefs, evidentiary motions, and related filings.
• Manage key aspects of discovery, including written discovery, document production, e-discovery coordination, and discovery-related motion practice.
• Prepare for and conduct depositions of fact and expert witnesses, as experience permits.
• Conduct in-depth legal research and develop thoughtful, practical litigation strategies.
• Manage written discovery, document production, and significant aspects of fact and expert discovery.
• Analyze complex factual and legal issues and present recommendations clearly and persuasively.
• Support trial preparation, including witness preparation, exhibit management, pretrial filings, courtroom strategy, and trial support.
• Analyze litigation risks, dispute exposure, and business implications to assist in developing practical legal solutions.
• Communicate directly with clients, including in-house counsel and business stakeholders.
• Collaborate closely with partners, associates, professional staff, and cross-office teams to provide exceptional client service.
• Contribute to case strategy development and execution throughout all stages of litigation.

Skills

Active Bar Admission

Strong advocacy

Client communication

Team collaboration

Education

JD from a top-tier law school

Job description

Hire Consulting Services represents a nationally recognized AmLaw 100 firm seeking a mid-level Associate Attorney to join its Business & Commercial Disputes Practice Group in New York. This hybrid role offers exposure to complex, high-stakes commercial litigation and direct client interaction across multiple industries.

The ideal candidate has a JD from a top-tier law school, NY Bar admission, 3–5 years of substantive commercial litigation experience, and a demonstrated ability to manage