Jr. White Collar Defense Associate

Marina Sirras & Associates LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 235,000 - 255,000; Full time

Job summary

Marina Sirras & Associates LLC represents a top AmLaw 100 firm seeking a Junior White Collar Defense Associate in New York. You will participate in all phases of litigation, including research, drafting motions and briefs, and discovery, with a strong client-facing component.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years of law firm experience in white collar investigations or cross-border matters, NY Bar admission, and the ability to work across practices in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Admission to the New York Bar required
• Must be authorized to work in the United States (sponsorship not available)
• 2 to 3 years of law firm experience in white collar investigations and/or investigations/sanctions and cross-border investigations
• Comfortable with client-facing engagements
• Willingness to work across practices
• Experience in all phases of litigation including legal research, drafting litigation documents such as motions and briefs, and assisting with all phases of discovery
• Strong academic credentials and writing skills
• Superior multitasking and organizational skills

Responsibilities

• Perform legal research and draft litigation documents such as motions and briefs
• Assist with all phases of discovery and related investigations
• Support cross-border investigations and sanctions matters
• Engage with clients in a professional, client-facing capacity
• Collaborate across practices to deliver comprehensive defense strategies

Skills

Litigation

White collar

Client-facing

Research

Discovery

Education

New York Bar Admission

Job description

Junior White Collar Defense Associate | New York

Our client, a top AmLaw 100 firm, is seeking a qualified Junior White Collar Defense Government Enforcement and Investigations Associate to join its litigation practice in New York. The firm is seeking candidates with 2 to 3 years of law firm experience in white collar defense and government enforcement, and/or investigations/sanctions and cross-border investigations.

The ideal candidate will have firm experience in all phases of litigation including legal research, drafting litigation documents, such as motions and briefs, and assisting with all phases of discovery. Candidates should also be comfortable with client-facing engagement.

The salary range for this position is $235,000 – $255,000 (annually) and may vary depending on experience, qualifications, and location.

Qualifications

• Admission to the New York Bar required
• Must be authorized to work in the United States (sponsorship not available)
• 2 to 3 years of law firm experience in white collar investigations and/or investigations/sanctions and cross-border investigations (note: candidates without law firm experience will not be considered.)
• Comfortability being client-facing
• Willingness to work across practices
• Experience in all phases of litigation including legal research, drafting litigation documents, such as motions and briefs, and assisting with all phases of discovery.
• Strong academic credentials and writing skills
• Superior multitasking and organizational skills

About Us

Marina Sirras & Associates LLC is a boutique legal recruiting firm committed to connecting exceptional legal talent with top-tier law firms and in-house legal departments nationwide. With decades of experience and a personalized, relationship-driven approach, we take pride in understanding the unique needs of both our clients and candidates.

We are a proud member of the National Association of Legal Search Consultants (NALSC) and strictly adhere to the NALSC Code of Ethics. Marina Sirras, our founder, is a former President and Chairperson of the organization, reflecting our longstanding commitment to integrity and professionalism in legal recruiting.

To learn more about our team and services, please visit us at www.lawseek.com.