Senior Commercial Litigation Associate

Jobot; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 300,000 - 330,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Jobot, a premier Am Law 100 firm, seeks a talented associate to handle sophisticated commercial litigation matters in state and federal courts.

You'll take ownership of case strategy, draft briefs, conduct research, and mentor junior attorneys while collaborating with partners and clients. The role offers hybrid work flexibility and exposure to high-stakes disputes.

Qualifications

• Requires strong experience in commercial litigation.
• Experience in state and federal courts.
• Proven ability to conduct legal research and write persuasively.
• Skilled in depositions, discovery, and motion practice.
• Excellent judgment and client-service skills.
• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex commercial litigation matters in state and federal courts.
• Research, draft motions, briefs, and memoranda.
• Lead discovery, depositions, and document production.
• Develop case strategy with partners and clients.
• Mentor junior associates and manage workload.
• Assist with client development initiatives.

Skills

Commercial litigation

State and federal court experience

Depo & discovery

Legal research & writing

Oral advocacy

Client communication

Mentoring junior attorneys

Education

J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Job Details

Join a prestigious Am Law 100 firm and take on sophisticated, high-stakes commercial litigation matters with a nationally recognized team.

Salary: $300,000 - $330,000 per year

We are an established, nationally recognized law firm with a sophisticated commercial litigation practice representing businesses and organizations in high-stakes disputes. Our attorneys handle complex matters in state and federal courts, as well as arbitration and other forums, with a practical, strategic approach focused on achieving meaningful results for clients.

Our litigation team works across industries and jurisdictions, handling matters that require strong legal judgment, exceptional writing and advocacy skills, and the ability to take ownership of substantive work. The firm offers a collaborative environment where experienced attorneys have meaningful client interaction and the opportunity to play a significant role in complex litigation.

Why join us

• Sophisticated Litigation: Work on complex commercial disputes involving significant legal and business issues.
• Meaningful Responsibility: Take ownership of substantive matters, including discovery, depositions, motion practice, and case strategy.
• Client Exposure: Work directly with partners and clients and play an active role in developing litigation strategies.
• Career Growth: Opportunity to take on increasing responsibility, mentor junior attorneys, and develop professionally.
• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside experienced litigators in a team-oriented environment while maintaining the autonomy to manage your own matters.
• Competitive Compensation: $315,000–$335,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package.
• Hybrid Flexibility: The firm currently operates under a hybrid work model.

What You'll Do

• Manage substantive aspects of complex commercial litigation matters in state and federal courts.
• Conduct legal research and prepare motions, briefs, pleadings, and legal memoranda.
• Lead and manage fact and expert discovery, including depositions and document discovery.
• Develop and implement e-discovery strategies and manage discovery processes.
• Take and defend depositions and assist with expert witness preparation.
• Identify and address discovery issues and disputes.
• Work closely with partners and clients on case strategy, legal analysis, and matter management.
• Manage competing priorities, deadlines, and multiple matters with strong judgment and organization.
• Delegate work to and mentor junior associates while effectively managing matters both independently and as part of a team.
• Participate in client development and business development initiatives as appropriate.

What We're Looking For

• General commercial litigation experience.
• Strong state and federal court experience.
• Demonstrated experience with depositions, discovery, discovery disputes, motion practice, and expert discovery.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.
• Excellent judgment and the ability to independently manage substantive litigation matters.
• Strong interpersonal and client-service skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Experience supervising or mentoring junior attorneys.
• J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• Active bar admission in the attorney's resident or affiliated office jurisdiction.
• Candidates with government litigation experience who are interested in transitioning to private practice are also encouraged to apply.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.