NY Commercial Litigation Associate - Risk & Disputes Expert

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

Job summary

Fox Rothschild in New York, NY seeks a Litigation Associate with 3–5 years of experience in general commercial litigation. The candidate will draft and respond to pleadings, manage discovery, and assist with motions and depositions. Large-firm experience is strongly preferred, with a focus on risk mitigation, advisory work, and resolving complex disputes.

NY bar license is required, and familiarity with both state and federal courts is essential. Trial experience is a plus but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate (JD) and NY licensure required.
• 3–5 years of general commercial litigation experience.
• Experience drafting/responding to pleadings and discovery.
• Experience drafting/arguing motions and taking/defending depositions.
• Strong research and writing skills.
• Experience in NY State and federal courts.
• Large law firm experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft and respond to initial pleadings and discovery.
• Draft and argue motions and take/defend depositions.
• Advise clients on risk management strategies and resolve complex disputes.
• Conduct substantial research and writing in general commercial litigation.
• Support trial teams; experience a plus but not required.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Depositions

Motions

Commercial litigation

Risk management

NY courts

Client advisory

Trial experience

Education

Juris Doctorate (JD) and NY license

Job description

Fox Rothschild in New York, NY seeks a Litigation Associate with 3–5 years of experience in general commercial litigation. The candidate will draft and respond to pleadings, manage discovery, and assist with motions and depositions. Large-firm experience is strongly preferred, with a focus on risk mitigation, advisory work, and resolving complex disputes.

NY bar license is required, and familiarity with both state and federal courts is essential. Trial experience is a plus but not mandatory.