Litigation Associate

Barnes & Thornburg LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Barnes & Thornburg LLP's New York office seeks a Litigation Associate with 2–5 years of experience in complex commercial litigation, white collar matters, and regulatory enforcement proceedings. Candidates should have experience across all phases of litigation, including briefing, discovery, and hearings, and ideally trials.

Requirements include strong writing and research skills, ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced practice, and admission to the NY bar.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in complex disputes, white-collar matters, and regulatory enforcement proceedings.
• Experience with SEC investigations or enforcement matters is a plus.
• Strong writing and research skills; judgment, initiative and attention to detail.
• Admitted to the New York bar.

Responsibilities

• Handle litigation matters across all phases including briefing, discovery, hearings and, ideally, trials.
• Support internal investigations, government inquiries and other regulatory matters as needed.

Skills

Litigation experience

Complex commercial litigation

White collar matters

Regulatory enforcement

Strong writing skills

Strong research skills

Team collaboration

Detail oriented

NY bar admission

Education

J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school

Job description

The New York office of Barnes & Thornburg LLP seeks a Litigation Associate with two to five years of experience, preferably with a broad base of experience in complex commercial litigation, white collar matters, and regulatory enforcement proceedings. Candidates should have substantive experience across all phases of litigation and investigations, including briefing and motion practice, fact development, discovery, hearings, and, ideally, trials. Experience assisting with internal investigations, government inquiries, and other regulatory matters is also desirable.

Requirements:

• 2-5 years of experience in complex disputes, white collar matters, and regulatory enforcement proceedings
• Experience with SEC investigations or enforcement matters is a plus
• Strong writing and research skills and analytical abilities
• Judgment, initiative, and attention to detail necessary to assume meaningful responsibility for client matters
• Candidates should also possess the interpersonal skills to work effectively as part of a collaborative team and the ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced practice
• Must have strong academic credentials and must be admitted to the NY bar

We will not consider resumes submitted by external agencies or recruiters for this position. Recruiters and agencies will not be compensated for assisting Barnes & Thornburg LLP in recruiting for this position, regardless of whether such party has a recruiting contract with us.

Why Join Us?

Barnes & Thornburg LLP is an AmLaw 100 firm with 26 offices and a nationally recognized litigation practice, with a longstanding reputation for excellence in high-stakes disputes, investigations, and enforcement matters. Our New York office is anchored by a group of well-respected and nationally recognized litigators and corporate attorneys focused on representing clients in the financial services, private equity, and investment management sectors, as well as companies across a broad range of industries. We have an exceptional reputation for fostering an inclusive, collegial, and supportive atmosphere with a well-defined and transparent path for professional growth.

Equal Employment and Opportunity Statement:

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