Commercial and General Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm in Syracuse, NY is seeking a Commercial and General Litigation Associate Attorney with 3+ years of litigation experience. The ideal candidate will possess a Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school, be admitted to the New York State Bar (or able to waive in), and preferably have additional federal admission. This role requires excellent research skills, strong communication abilities, and the capacity to manage competing priorities while maintaining high performance standards.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Handle a diverse caseload involving commercial and general litigation matters.
• Conduct thorough legal research and prepare detailed legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Manage and oversee all aspects of litigation cases, from inception through resolution.
• Represent clients in court, including taking and defending depositions, participating in settlement conferences, and arguing motions.
• Utilize online research sites and tools effectively for case preparation and legal analysis.
• Maintain detailed and organized case files, ensuring accuracy and compliance with court procedures.
• Communicate regularly with clients, providing updates and legal advice.
• Manage competing priorities and meet deadlines while maintaining high performance standards.
• Demonstrate conscientiousness, dedication, and self-discipline in all aspects of work.
• Collaborate with other attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants to achieve favorable outcomes for clients.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Admission to the New York State Bar (or ability to waive in); additional federal admission preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in commercial and general litigation.
• Demonstrated ability to quickly absorb, process, and understand new information.
• Proven track record of maintaining high performance standards.
• Experience with online research and filing systems.
• Excellent research, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities effectively.

Education:

• Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the New York State Bar (or ability to waive in); additional federal admission preferred.

Skills:

• Strong litigation experience with a focus on commercial and general matters.
• Proficient in online research and filing systems.
• Excellent research, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated conscientiousness, dedication, and self-discipline.

Job Location:

• Syracuse, NY

Benefits Offered:

• Paid vacation time
• Paid holidays
• Paid sick time
• Health and dental insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Life insurance
• Long-term and short-term disability

This law firm was founded over nine decades ago to serve the financial community. Their areas of practice include litigation, family law, personal injury, real estate, land use planning, banking, insurance defense, intellectual property, and more. The firm is located in New York.