Midlevel Litigation Associate

LHH Recruitment Solutions; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Mentorship

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions is assisting a respected national mid-size law firm in locating a talented associate with 3-6 years of litigation experience in a fast-paced environment. The role centers on sophisticated commercial disputes, with opportunities to handle drafting, depositions, and deep legal research.

Expect a trial-ready culture, access to partners and clients, and a path for long-term growth alongside a collegial team.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of experience in a competitive law firm setting.
• Experience that includes drafting, knowledge of the NYS and federal court system, taking/defending depositions, and engaging in complex legal research.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings and motions for complex disputes.
• Prepare for and defend depositions with experience in various jurisdictions.
• Conduct complex legal research and analysis to support litigation strategy.
• Collaborate with partners and clients on high-stakes commercial matters.

Skills

3-6 years

Drafting

Depositions

Legal Research

Job description

I'm currently working with a highly regarded national mid-size law firm that has built an impressive litigation practice representing businesses, financial institutions, private companies, and high-net-worth individuals in complex disputes.

The firm is looking for the following:

• 3-6 years of experience in a competitive law firm setting
• Experience that includes drafting, knowledge of the NYS and federal court system, taking/defending depositions, and engaging in complex legal research

What this role offers:

• A trial-ready culture where attorneys gain meaningful responsibility rather than being siloed
• A strong mix of business disputes, fiduciary matters, shareholder conflicts, restrictive covenant litigation, and other high-stakes commercial cases
• Collaborative environment with direct access to partners and clients
• Collegial culture that prioritizes quality work and sustainable career development
• Reputation for developing litigators and providing a clear path for long-term growth
• 1800 billable hours for a competitive salary with multiple bonus opportunities

This opportunity may be particularly attractive to big law associates seeking sophisticated litigation work in a platform that values mentorship, client exposure, and professional growth.

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