Hybrid NYC Complex Commercial Litigation Associate

Story Terrace Inc.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary $180k–$210k

Annual discretionary bonus

Medical plan options via PEO

Job summary

Spencer West in New York City seeks a talented Litigation Associate to support a growing practice in complex commercial litigation. You will handle matters from inception through resolution, drafting pleadings and briefs, and coordinating with clients, regulators, and courts.

This role offers direct client contact, substantial responsibility, and opportunities to develop business and client relationships through the firm’s development program. Hybrid work and court appearances are expected.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the New York State Bar in good standing.
• Eligibility to appear before New York state and federal courts.
• Excellent legal writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support commercial litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests, and responses.
• Conduct legal research and prepare strategic legal analysis.
• Support SEC investigations, regulatory inquiries, and compliance matters.
• Participate in hearings, depositions, mediations, and court appearances.
• Assist with corporate governance, securities, and transactional matters as required.
• Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, regulators, and courts.
• Collaborate with lawyers across Spencer West's global platform.

Skills

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Advocacy skills

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Admission to the New York State Bar in good standing

Eligibility to appear before New York state and federal courts

Job description

Spencer West in New York City seeks a talented Litigation Associate to support a growing practice in complex commercial litigation. You will handle matters from inception through resolution, drafting pleadings and briefs, and coordinating with clients, regulators, and courts.

This role offers direct client contact, substantial responsibility, and opportunities to develop business and client relationships through the firm’s development program. Hybrid work and court appearances are expected.