Litigation Associate Attorney (NY)

Accounting Search; New York (NY); Presencial; USD 230.000 - 250.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Accounting Search in New York is seeking a Litigation Associate to join a prominent AmLaw 100 firm’s New York office, handling sophisticated commercial disputes and advising on litigation strategy and risk management. Candidates should have a JD from a top-tier law school with excellent academics, New York bar admission, and 3–6 years of substantive commercial litigation experience.

The role offers meaningful responsibility across all stages of litigation, exposure to matters in state and

Formación

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record.
• Active New York Bar Admission, in good standing.
• 3-6 years of substantive commercial litigation experience.
• Background handling matters in New York state and federal courts.
• Experience drafting pleadings, responses, and motions; taking depositions.

Responsabilidades

• Work on complex commercial disputes in a sophisticated practice.
• Gain meaningful responsibility across all stages of litigation.
• Develop experience in contentious matters and strategic risk management.
• Collaborate with experienced attorneys and clients on disputes and strategies.
• Advise clients on risk mitigation and practical business solutions.
• Build a practice in a collaborative environment with strong writing and judgment.

Conocimientos

Legal research

Analytical thinking

Writing

Oral advocacy

Client communication

Commercial litigation

Educación

JD from top-tier law school

Active Bar Admission in New York

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.