Litigation Associate Attorney

Orion Placement; Melville (NY); On-site; USD 105,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Confidential Employer in Melville, NY seeks an experienced litigator to join a boutique practice handling sophisticated matters in construction and professional liability.

You will manage cases from inception through resolution, draft pleadings and motions, and appear in Federal and State Courts across New York and New Jersey. NY Bar is required; 2+ years of experience preferred; strong research, writing, and advocacy skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Active New York Bar license.
• 2+ years of litigation experience.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and advocacy abilities.
• Ability to manage litigation files independently while working collaboratively.
• Construction litigation experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Represent clients in Federal and State Courts throughout New York and New Jersey.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and other litigation documents.
• Conduct legal research and develop litigation strategies.
• Attend court appearances, depositions, mediations, and client meetings.
• Collaborate with experienced attorneys on construction litigation, professional liability, and commercial litigation matters.
• Build strong client relationships while delivering practical, cost‑effective legal solutions.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Communication

Advocacy

Litigation management

Independence

Education

Active New York Bar license

Job description

Pay: $105,000.00 - $155,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a respected boutique litigation practice handling sophisticated and challenging matters.
• Gain hands‑on experience in construction litigation and professional liability while working alongside experienced litigators.
• Enjoy meaningful courtroom exposure in Federal and State Courts throughout New York and New Jersey.
• Work on complex cases where your legal analysis, advocacy, and strategic thinking will make a real impact.
• Be part of a collaborative team that values mentorship, professional development, and long‑term career growth.
• Comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k), and Flexible Spending Account.

Location: Melville, NY – This is an on‑site position where you'll work closely with an experienced litigation team while enjoying occasional flexibility to work remotely for personal appointments when appropriate.

Note: Candidates must be admitted to the New York Bar and have at least 2 years of litigation experience. Construction litigation experience is strongly preferred, though attorneys with other strong litigation backgrounds will also be considered.

About Us

We are a well‑established boutique litigation practice committed to delivering exceptional legal representation through practical solutions, outstanding client service, and collaborative teamwork. Our attorneys handle sophisticated litigation matters while enjoying meaningful responsibility, mentorship, and opportunities for continued professional growth. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Manage litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Represent clients in Federal and State Courts throughout New York and New Jersey.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and other litigation documents.
• Conduct legal research and develop litigation strategies.
• Attend court appearances, depositions, mediations, and client meetings.
• Collaborate with experienced attorneys on construction litigation, professional liability, and commercial litigation matters.
• Build strong client relationships while delivering practical, cost‑effective legal solutions.

Qualifications

• Active New York Bar license.
• 2+ years of litigation experience.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and advocacy abilities.
• Ability to manage litigation files independently while working collaboratively.
• Construction litigation experience strongly preferred.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You'll join a supportive team that values collaboration, mentorship, and high‑quality legal work. We offer sophisticated litigation experience, meaningful responsibility, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to continue building your career in a collegial environment.

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Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance