Litigation Associate Attorney (NY)

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

Job summary

Kingfisher Recruiting represents a prominent AmLaw 100 national law firm seeking a Litigation Associate in New York, to handle sophisticated commercial disputes and collaborate with clients on strategy and risk management.

The candidate will have 3–6 years of commercial litigation experience, NY bar admission, and a strong background in state and federal court matters, with opportunities to advance within a high‑caliber team.

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with excellent academic record.
• 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.
• Hands-on experience taking and defending depositions.
• Ability to draft briefs and argue motions; risk mitigation focus.
• Background advising clients on disputes and complex commercial matters.
• Trial exposure is a plus; large law firm experience preferred.

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 risk‑management counseling.
• Collaborate with experienced attorneys and clients on substantial business disputes.
• Advise clients on active disputes and on risk mitigation and practical solutions.
• Build a practice in a collaborative environment that values judgment and development.
• Manage litigation from inception to resolution, including strategy, pleadings, discovery, and negotiations.

Skills

Top-tier law school

Active NY Bar

Commercial litigation

New York state & federal courts

Draft/respond to pleadings

Take/defend depositions

Draft, brief, argue motions

Risk mitigation & dispute resolution

Large law firm experience

Strong writing & research

Education

J.D. 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.