Senior Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A law firm seeks an experienced Senior Litigation Associate Attorney for its New York office. This role focuses on complex commercial and real estate litigation, insurance defense, and legal matters related to Directors & Officers (D&O) liability, Employment Practices Liability (EPL), and Condominium/Cooperative (Condo-Co-op) law. The ideal candidate will have substantial courtroom experience and the ability to manage cases from inception through resolution.

Duties:

• Handle a diverse caseload of commercial litigation, real estate disputes, and insurance defense matters

• Advise condominium and cooperative boards on governance, by-laws, proprietary leases, and enforcement issues

• Represent clients in contract disputes, construction defect cases, and access license agreements

• Manage litigation processes, including discovery, depositions, motion practice, and court appearances

• Develop legal strategies and counsel clients on risk management and dispute resolution

• Draft legal documents, pleadings, and briefs

• Supervise and mentor junior attorneys

• Collaborate with colleagues, clients, and outside counsel to achieve favorable case outcomes

Requirements:

• Extensive experience in commercial and real estate litigation, including insurance defense

• Strong knowledge of corporate governing documents for condominium and cooperative associations

• Proven ability to independently manage cases from initial filing to trial or settlement

• Exceptional research, writing, and analytical skills

• Strong negotiation and advocacy abilities

• Ability to provide mentorship and work collaboratively within a team environment

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active license to practice law in the state of New York

Skills:

• Expertise in legal research, drafting, and litigation strategy

• Strong organizational and time-management skills

• Proficiency with legal software, including ProLaw, iTimekeep, and NetDocs (preferred)

• Ability to manage high-volume caseloads and meet billable hour expectations

Work Environment:

• Professional office setting with a hybrid work schedule

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Retirement plans with employer contributions

• Professional development and continuing legal education opportunities

Billable Hour Expectation:

• Approximately 2000 billable hours per year