Mid-level Business Litigation Attorney

Job Overview: A leading law firm is seeking a Midlevel Business Litigation Attorney with 4 to 7 years of experience in commercial business litigation to join its New York City office. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with a dynamic legal team while contributing to business development efforts. The position is ideal for an attorney looking to advance their litigation career in a favorable rate environment.

Location:

• New York City, NY

Duties:

• Handle depositions and motion practice.
• Make court appearances and argue motions.
• Manage electronic discovery processes.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop and nurture new client relationships.

Requirements:

• 4 to 7 years of experience in commercial business litigation.
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong academic record and legal research abilities.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the New York State Bar.

Skills:

• Expertise in commercial litigation, depositions, and motion practice.
• Strong written and verbal advocacy skills.
• Proficiency in managing electronic discovery.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment while handling individual responsibilities.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Life insurance and long-term disability coverage.
  • 401(k) plan with employer matching.
  • Pension plan.
  • Paid time off (PTO) and flexible spending accounts (FSA).
• Opportunities for professional growth and business development in a supportive work environment.

This is one of the nation's oldest law firms that has a tradition of excellence and a commitment to the highest ethical standards. Their mission is to provide value to their clients through high-quality work, outstanding service, and attention to individual needs. The firm offers competitive salaries and practices in all major areas of the law, including litigation, business and banking, labor and employment, trusts and estates, and tax. There is a very friendly environment at this firm, for they aim to hire the same types of people whom they would choose to invite out for a cup of coffee or a glass of beer. Attorneys at this firm are well balanced and have passionate interests in politics, theater, and sports. They are the types of people who care about their communities and participate in them, and care about their families and friends and spend time with them. This firms success is greatly due to the types of people employed at this firm, for attorneys here have strong identities as people and realize that they cannot only to be defined by their legal practice. Their excellent record of pro bono work and community involvement is further evidence of their commitment to diversity, equality and justice, both in the workplace and in the communities where they live.