Junior Associate Attorney

Sbhonline; Village of Cedarhurst (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Sbhonline is seeking a Junior Associate Attorney to join our Litigation practice in Cedarhurst, NY. This full-time role targets an attorney with 1–5 years of experience who can work on sophisticated commercial litigation matters within a collaborative team.

You will work alongside seasoned attorneys representing institutional clients, private equity firms, and businesses across industries such as real estate, healthcare, and financial services.

Qualifications

• Strong oral advocacy and communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team-oriented environment.
• Professional, client-focused, and committed to delivering high-quality legal services.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in commercial litigation and related legal matters.
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda, motions, pleadings, briefs, and other litigation documents.
• Assist with all phases of litigation, including discovery, depositions, motion practice, settlement negotiations, and trial preparation.
• Analyze legal issues and develop effective case strategies.
• Communicate regularly with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Attend court appearances, hearings, depositions, mediations, and client meetings.
• Review contracts, financial records, and other case-related documentation.
• Collaborate with attorneys across litigation, real estate, and corporate practice groups on complex legal matters.
• Maintain organized case files while managing deadlines and court schedules.

Skills

Oral advocacy

Time management

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Client communication

Job description

Location: Cedarhurst, NY
Employment Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday through Friday - Standard Business Hours
Salary:Based on Experience

Location: Cedarhurst, NY
Employment Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday through Friday - Standard Business Hours
Salary:Based on Experience

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated Junior Associate Attorney to join our Litigation practice group. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney with 1-5 years of experience who is looking to work on sophisticated commercial litigation matters while enjoying a collaborative environment, meaningful client interaction, and a strong work-life balance.

The successful candidate will work alongside experienced attorneys representing institutional clients, private equity firms, high-net-worth individuals, and businesses across a variety of industries, including real estate, healthcare, and financial services.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in commercial litigation and related legal matters.
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda, motions, pleadings, briefs, and other litigation documents.
• Assist with all phases of litigation, including discovery, depositions, motion practice, settlement negotiations, and trial preparation.
• Analyze legal issues and develop effective case strategies.
• Communicate regularly with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Attend court appearances, hearings, depositions, mediations, and client meetings.
• Review contracts, financial records, and other case-related documentation.
• Collaborate with attorneys across litigation, real estate, and corporate practice groups on complex legal matters.
• Maintain organized case files while managing deadlines and court schedules.

Qualifications

• Strong oral advocacy and communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team-oriented environment.
• Professional, client-focused, and committed to delivering high-quality legal services.