Commercial Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a motivated and experienced Commercial Litigation Associate to join its dynamic litigation practice in New York City. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex commercial litigation matters with a supportive team in a flexible hybrid work environment. Ideal candidates will bring strong academic credentials, excellent writing skills, and a proactive approach to challenging legal issues.

Duties

• Handle all phases of commercial litigation, including:
  • Declaratory judgment actions and bad faith claims.
  • Written discovery, document production, and depositions.
  • Drafting and filing motions, such as motions to dismiss, summary judgment, and motions in limine.
  • Preparing pre-trial documents and managing trial and appellate processes.
• Collaborate with colleagues and clients to develop litigation strategies and ensure optimal outcomes.
• Manage and oversee class action matters, where applicable.
• Analyze and review financial documents to support case preparation and arguments.

Requirements

• Minimum of three years of experience in commercial litigation, including:
  • Contract disputes, employment, directors and officers, real estate, and securities actions.
  • Experience in both state and federal court proceedings.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and e-discovery platforms.
• Strong legal writing, research, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively under deadlines.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.

Certifications

• Active and in good standing with the New York State Bar.

Skills

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and thoroughness.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for client and team collaboration.
• Strong organizational and time-management capabilities.
• Ability to navigate complex financial documents and data, a plus.

Benefits

• Hybrid work arrangements with flexibility.
• Unlimited paid time off (PTO) and a generous holiday schedule.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage.
• Health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts.
• 401(k) plan and commuter benefit spending account (including pre-tax parking and transit plans).
• Pet insurance at discounted group rates.
• Firm-paid bar dues, CLEs, and membership to select professional organizations.
• Robust professional development opportunities, including mentoring and business development training.
• Employee referral program.

Location: New York City, NY

This position offers a collegial work environment where attorneys are encouraged to develop their skills, build client relationships, and collaborate with senior legal professionals. The firm is committed to fostering diversity, inclusion, and professional growth at all levels.

For more than 70 years, this firm has given high-quality legal advice to wide range of clients. They handle complex business in 11 offices worldwide with more than 100 lawyers on board. With offices in Redwood City, San Francisco, San Jose, Walnut Creek, Los Angeles, Costa Mesa, Seattle, Las Vegas, Boston, New York, Paris, and Hong Kong, they offer a full range of legal advice, from complex litigation to high-value deals. Their areas of practice include business and commercial litigation, class action and complex litigation, construction, corporate and businesses transactions, employment, environmental, estate planning and wealth management, food, beverage and hospitality, insurance services, intellectual property, product liability and torts, professional liability, tax, trials, real estate, and many more.