Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm located in New York City, NY, is seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney with 3-5 years of experience in general commercial litigation. The ideal candidate should also have experience in hospitality and/or real estate litigation, which is considered a plus. The position requires excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills, as well as expertise in general commercial litigation. The candidate must possess a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school and be a member of the New York State Bar. The firm offers a competitive benefits package, including an annual discretionary bonus, paid time off, professional and client development allowance, and various insurance coverage.

Duties:

• Handle general commercial litigation cases.
• Provide legal counsel and representation to clients.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support cases.
• Prepare and draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Represent clients in court proceedings.
• Collaborate with colleagues on legal strategies.

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of general commercial litigation experience.
• Experience in hospitality and/or real estate litigation is a plus.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Member of the New York State Bar.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Member of the New York State Bar.

Skills:

• General commercial litigation expertise.
• Legal research and analysis.
• Drafting legal documents.
• Client-focused approach.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Benefits Offered:

• Annual discretionary bonus.
• Paid time off.
• Professional and client development allowance.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• 401k Profit Sharing Plan (employee-only contribution plan).
• Pre-tax transportation benefit.

This AmLaw firm is well-known for their banking sector, representing all 10 U.S. bank holding companies. Specializing in its Latin America practice, this firm prioritizes and provides diversity and inclusion amongst its associates. This firm has also obtained numerous accolades including a perfect score through the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index for Best Place to Work for LGBT Equality two years in a row, Top 25 For Female Partners by The American Lawyer, and Top 60 Firms For Diversity by The American Lawyer's Diversity Scoreboard.