Pay: $180,000.00 - $225,000.00 per year
WHY THIS IS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY
- Step into a senior associate role at a well-established, full-service firm where you'll independently manage complex commercial litigation matters — real responsibility, real cases, real impact
- Handle the full litigation lifecycle: from inception through depositions, hearings, trials, arbitrations, and appeals — no waiting around for scraps of work
- Work alongside experienced partners in a collaborative, energetic environment that takes the work seriously without taking itself too seriously
- Origination credit available — your business development and client contributions are recognized and rewarded
- Discretionary year-end bonus and merit-based increases on top of a highly competitive base salary
- Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and access to additional voluntary programs
- A firm culture built on collaboration, integrity, and having fun while doing excellent work — no drama, no politics, just good lawyers doing good work
Location: This is a full-time, in-person role based in our New York City office — a dynamic, high-energy environment at the center of one of the world's premier legal markets. Active bar admission in both New York and New Jersey is required.
Note: This role requires 5+ years of substantive commercial litigation experience in a sophisticated law firm environment. Active NY and NJ bar admission is required — candidates without both will not be considered. Candidates without a strong commercial litigation background will not be considered.
ABOUT US
We are a well-regarded, full-service law firm with a proud history dating back to 1930 and a practice spanning 30+ areas of law — from commercial litigation and corporate transactions to real estate, estate planning, healthcare, and beyond. Our attorneys handle sophisticated matters for businesses, investors, and high-net-worth individuals across the country, and we're known for a collaborative culture where people genuinely enjoy working together. We're proud of our history and even more focused on where we're going. Confidential Employer.
JOB DESCRIPTION
- Independently manage a caseload of complex commercial litigation matters from inception through resolution
- Draft and prepare pleadings, motions, briefs, Orders to Show Cause, and other essential litigation documents
- Represent clients in depositions and court proceedings including hearings, trials, arbitrations, and appeals
- Conduct thorough legal research to support case strategy and decision-making
- Maintain effective, professional communication with courts, clients, and opposing counsel throughout all stages of litigation
- Stay current with legal developments, industry trends, and best practices in commercial litigation
- Draft articles for publication and contribute to firm marketing and practice development efforts
- Bring a collaborative, no-nonsense, let's-get-it-done attitude to the team every day
QUALIFICATIONS
- J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials
- Active bar admission in both New York and New Jersey required
- 5+ years of commercial litigation experience in a sophisticated legal environment
- Strong knowledge of New York's CPLR, New Jersey's Rules of Court, and the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure
- Excellent drafting, research, analytical, and critical-thinking skills
- Strong commercial and business acumen — able to provide practical, innovative legal solutions
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and document management software
- Knowledge of e-discovery and electronic documentation management
- Self-motivated, collaborative, and excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
WHY YOU WILL LOVE WORKING HERE
This is a role for a litigator who wants to do real work — managing their own cases, appearing in court, and building a practice at a firm that actually rewards the effort. You won't be buried under a senior associate's shadow. You'll have direct client contact, real courtroom experience, and the support of experienced partners who want you to succeed. The culture is collaborative and energetic — the kind of place where people work hard, hold each other to a high standard, and genuinely enjoy the team they're part of. If you're a commercial litigator ready to take ownership and grow, this is the opportunity.
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Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance