Litigation Associate Attorney (NY)

Barrette Workforce Solutions, LLC; New York (NY); Presencial; USD 230.000 - 250.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Barrette Workforce Solutions, LLC seeks a Litigation Associate for its New York office. The attorney will handle sophisticated commercial disputes, draft pleadings, manage discovery, and advise clients on risk mitigation and business strategy.

The ideal candidate has 3–6 years of substantive commercial litigation experience, NY bar in good standing, and a strong record from a top-tier law school. Large-firm background preferred and trial exposure a plus.

Formación

• JD from a top-tier law school with excellent academic record.
• Active New York Bar admission in good standing.
• 3–6 years of substantive commercial litigation experience.

Responsabilidades

• Handle complex commercial disputes in a sophisticated litigation practice.
• Gain meaningful responsibility across all stages of litigation.
• Develop experience in contentious matters and risk-management counseling.
• Work with experienced attorneys and clients on significant business disputes.
• Advise on risk mitigation and practical business solutions.
• Build your practice in a collaborative environment emphasizing development.
• Manage litigation from inception to resolution, including strategy and pleadings.

Conocimientos

Commercial litigation

Legal research

Legal writing

Depositions

Motions & briefs

Risk mitigation

Client counseling

Educación

JD from a top-tier law school

Active New York Bar admission

Descripción del empleo

LITIGATION ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

Location: New York, NY

A prominent AmLaw 100 national law firm is seeking a talented Litigation Associate to join its New York office. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney with a strong commercial litigation background to handle sophisticated disputes and work closely with clients on both litigation strategy and risk management.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admission in New York, in good standing
• 3-6 years of substantive commercial litigation experience

• A strong background handling matters in New York state and federal courts
• Demonstrated ability to draft and respond to pleadings, written discovery, and dispositive and other motions
• Hands‑on involvement taking and defending depositions
• The ability to draft, brief, and argue motions
• A background advising clients regarding risk mitigation, dispute resolution, and complex commercial matters
• Excellent legal research, analytical, and writing skills, supported by a strong academic record
• Trial exposure is a plus, but not required
• Prior large law firm practice is strongly preferred

Key Responsibilities

• Work on complex commercial disputes in a sophisticated litigation practice
• Gain meaningful responsibility across all stages of litigation
• Develop experience in both contentious matters and strategic risk‑management counseling
• Work directly with experienced attorneys and clients on significant business disputes and litigation strategies
• Advise clients not only on active disputes, but also on risk mitigation and practical business solutions
• Build your practice in a collaborative environment that values excellent legal analysis, strong writing, sound judgment, and professional development

• Manage litigation from inception to resolution, including strategy development, pleadings, discovery, motion practice, depositions, and negotiation

Why Join Us?

This position offers the opportunity to join a sophisticated complex, high-stakes commercial disputes practice known for its deep bench, strong client relationships, and supportive culture. The practice emphasizes professional development, hands‑on litigation experience, and meaningful client engagement. For driven attorneys seeking to advance their career in a collaborative environment with opportunities to grow a book of business, this role provides an ideal platform for long-term success.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary: Expected annual base salary range of $230,000-$250,000, as determined by experience and market factors
• Eligibility for bonuses
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k); 529 college savings plan; paid parental leave; backup child and elder care support; family-building benefits; an employee assistance program; and commuter benefits

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.