Litigation Associate Attorney (NY)

KOB Solutions, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 230,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent AmLaw 100 national law firm seeks a Litigation Associate in New York to handle sophisticated commercial disputes and advise clients on litigation strategy and risk management. Strong writing,分析, and a background in large-firm practice are highly valued.

Requirements include a JD from a top-tier law school, active NY bar admission, and 3–6 years of substantial commercial litigation experience, with fluency in complex pleadings, discovery, and depositions.

Qualifications

• Active Bar Admission in New York, in good standing.
• 3–6 years of substantive commercial litigation experience.
• Strong background in New York state and federal courts.
• Experience drafting and responding to pleadings, discovery, and motions.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex commercial disputes across all stages of litigation.
• Develop strategy with partners and clients on litigation and risk management.
• Draft, brief, and argue motions; take and defend depositions as needed.
• Advise clients on risk mitigation and practical business solutions.
• Represent the firm in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.

Skills

Commercial litigation

Pleadings & motions

Deposition experience

Risk mitigation

Client counseling

Legal writing & research

Education

JD from 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.