Junior Litigation Attorney

Job Overview

A boutique law firm located in Great Neck, New York is seeking a Junior Litigation Associate to join its growing litigation department. This full-time role is ideal for an attorney with 1–3 years of experience looking to work in a collaborative, family-friendly environment. The practice is diverse, with a focus on commercial, real estate, construction, and labor-related litigation. This opportunity offers a balanced work-life schedule, competitive compensation, and long-term growth within a well-respected legal team.

Location

• Great Neck, New York

Duties

• Consult with clients on litigation matters

• Prepare and organize case files for litigation

• Draft pleadings, legal briefs, discovery demands and responses, and motion papers

• Conduct legal research and analysis

• Manage document review and production

• Appear in court for case-related conferences and proceedings

• Assist in or conduct depositions

• Collaborate with other attorneys as part of a litigation team

Requirements

• 1–3 years of litigation experience required (up to 5 years considered)

• Admitted to practice law in the State of New York

• Strong interpersonal skills and a client-service mindset

• Ability to manage multiple matters and meet deadlines

• Team-oriented and dependable work ethic

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications

• Admission to the New York State Bar (required)

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Strong legal research and writing ability

• Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy

• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills

• Proficient in legal software and document management tools

• Effective time management and organizational skills

Benefits

• Medical insurance

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Profit-sharing opportunities

• Summer hours and a congenial, team-friendly work culture

• No evening or weekend work expectations

This law firm is located in New York as well as Florida. This firm's attorneys work together in order to keep clients informed at each stage of his or her case. The attorneys of this firm strive to be responsive and accessible to their clients and offer them the highest quality legal services. Some of this firm's practice areas include collection of outstanding accounts, bond claims, construction access/license agreements, real estate, mechanic's liens and foreclosures, construction law, commercial litigation, business transactions, and labor and employment law.