Litigation Associate $150k-$170k

Whitman Advisory Job Community; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Whitman Legal Resources in Midtown Manhattan seeks an experienced Commercial Litigation Associate to join a boutique firm. The ideal candidate has 5–6 years of substantive commercial litigation experience and is comfortable handling matters with high responsibility in a small, collaborative environment.

The role requires a JD, NY Bar admission, and strong research, writing, and advocacy skills. Expect direct client interaction and a dynamic, hands-on practice.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the New York State Bar in good standing.
• Approximately 5–6 years of commercial litigation experience.
• Excellent research, writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to independently manage matters and deadlines in a boutique setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Comfortable working in a hands-on boutique law firm environment.

Responsibilities

• Handle a variety of commercial litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and prepare written legal analyses.
• Manage discovery, including document review, production, and depositions.
• Assist with and participate in court appearances, hearings, depositions, and trial preparation.
• Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, and other parties.
• Manage multiple matters and deadlines independently while working closely with the firm's attorneys.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Location: Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY

Compensation: $150,000–$170,000

Experience: 5–6 years

Firm Size: Boutique law firm with approximately 5 attorneys

Whitman Legal Resources has an excellent opportunity for an experienced Commercial Litigation Associate to join a well-established boutique law firm located in Midtown Manhattan. Our client is seeking an attorney with 5–6 years of substantive commercial litigation experience who is comfortable handling matters with a high level of responsibility in a small, collaborative firm environment.

Responsibilities

• Handle a variety of commercial litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and prepare written legal analyses.
• Manage discovery, including document review, production, and depositions.
• Assist with and participate in court appearances, hearings, depositions, and trial preparation.
• Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, and other parties.
• Manage multiple matters and deadlines independently while working closely with the firm's attorneys.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the New York State Bar and in good standing.
• Approximately 5–6 years of commercial litigation experience.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to independently manage matters and competing deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable working in a hands‑on boutique law firm environment.

Compensation

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $150,000–$170,000, depending on experience and qualifications.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercial litigator seeking meaningful responsibility and direct exposure to sophisticated matters within a smaller, collaborative Midtown Manhattan practice.