LITIGATION ASSOCIATE

SHERWOOD & TRUITT LAW GROUP LLC; Village of Garden City (NY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Sherwood & Truitt Law Group LLC, a boutique firm in Garden City, NY, seeks a driven Litigation Associate with civil litigation experience to join our dynamic legal team. The role targets handling commercial, contractual and real estate disputes while developing your litigation career.

You will draft pleadings, manage discovery, conduct legal research, appear in court, and collaborate with colleagues on trial strategy, deadlines, and billing.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the New York State Bar in good standing.
• 3+ years civil litigation experience preferred, including dispositive motions and depositions.
• Familiarity with NY state and federal court procedures and rules.

Responsibilities

• Draft and review pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests, and other litigation documents
• Conduct legal research and analyze case law, statutes, and regulations
• Manage discovery processes including depositions and document production
• Appear in court for hearings, conferences, and oral arguments
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel
• Collaborate on trial preparation and strategy development
• Monitor case deadlines and maintain case files and docket management
• Maintain accurate and current billing records

Skills

Civil litigation

Legal research

Oral argument

Written communication

Case management

Client communication

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Tools

Westlaw/Lexis

Microsoft Office 365

Case management software

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

About the Role:

Our boutique law firm is looking for a driven and detail-oriented Litigation Associate with comprehensive civil litigation experience to join our dynamic legal team in Garden City, NY. Experience handling commercial, contractual, and/or real estate disputes preferred, but not required. This is an exciting opportunity to build your litigation career alongside experienced attorneys in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Draft and review pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests, and other litigation documents
• Conduct legal research and analyze case law, statutes, and regulations to support litigation strategy
• Manage discovery processes including depositions, interrogatories, and document production
• Appear in court for hearings, conferences, and oral arguments
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel throughout the litigation lifecycle
• Collaborate with colleagues in trial preparation and to develop strategy
• Monitor case deadlines and maintain accurate case files and docket management
• Maintain accurate and current billing records

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
• Admission to the New York State Bar and in good standing
• Proven civil litigation experience (3+ years preferred), including dispositive motions, depositions, and oral argument
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem solving skills; writing, analysis, research, and organization skills
• Proficiency in legal research platforms, Microsoft Office 365, and case management software
• Familiarity with New York state and federal court procedures and rules
• Interest in developing business
• Potential for hybrid work

About Us:

Sherwood & Truitt Law Group LLC is a highly respected law firm based in Garden City, NY, committed to delivering exceptional legal representation and client-focused service. Our attorneys are known for their tenacity, integrity, and depth of legal expertise . We foster a supportive team culture where associates are mentored, challenged, and empowered to grow their careers. We hire and promote based solely on merit, without regard for gender, race, ethnicity, age, or disability. No phone calls accepted.