Litigation Associate Attorney (NY)

Sun Recruiting; New York (NY); On-site; USD 230,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Sun Recruiting, Inc. is assisting a prominent AmLaw 100 firm in New York in finding a Litigation Associate with a strong commercial litigation background.

The ideal candidate has a JD from a top-tier law school, active New York bar admission in good standing, and 3–6 years of substantive commercial litigation experience. You will handle complex disputes, draft pleadings, take and defend depositions, and advise on risk mitigation alongside senior attorneys.

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school
• Active Bar Admission in New York, in good standing
• 3-6 years of substantive commercial litigation experience
• Strong background handling matters in New York state and federal courts
• Drafting and responding to pleadings, written discovery, and dispositive and other motions
• Hands-on involvement taking and defending depositions, drafting, briefing, and arguing motions

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 on active disputes and risk mitigation and practical business solutions
• Build your practice in a collaborative environment that values excellent legal analysis and writing

Skills

Legal research

Analytical thinking

Written and oral advocacy

Client service

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from a top-tier law school

Job description

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.