Commercial Litigation Attorney (No Billable Requirement)

Boutique Commercial Litigation Firm

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Salary: $150,000 - $185,000 per year

A bit about us:

Boutique Commercial Litigation Firm

Why join us?

Firm contributes $400/month towards monthly premiums for all plan participants, and employee pays the remainder of the employee’s chosen plan - Blue Cross Blue Shield. Firm offers 401k safe harbor max match (3% for first 3%, ½% for next 1%, and ½% for next 1%), and Firm has a 401k Profit Sharing Plan portion

Job Details

Job Details

Build a rewarding litigation career without the pressure of a billable-hour requirement. We are seeking a Permanent Commercial Litigation Attorney with 1+ years of experience to handle challenging disputes, develop practical legal strategies, and help clients protect their business and personal interests.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney who enjoys substantive legal work, direct client engagement, and ownership of cases from initial assessment through resolution. Bring your experience in civil and commercial litigation, estates, trusts, and mergers and acquisitions to a role focused on quality advocacy and meaningful outcomes.

Responsibilities

Manage civil and commercial litigation matters from intake and investigation through discovery, motion practice, settlement, trial, and appeal, as applicable.

Develop case strategies aligned with clients’ legal, financial, and business objectives.

Draft and review pleadings, briefs, motions, discovery requests and responses, settlement agreements, and other legal documents.

Conduct legal research, assess evidence, take and defend depositions, and prepare witnesses for testimony.

Represent clients in court proceedings, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and settlement negotiations.

Handle disputes involving estates and trusts, including fiduciary obligations, administration, interpretation, and beneficiary rights.

Advise on litigation risks arising from mergers and acquisitions, including transaction-related claims and contractual disputes.

Collaborate with transactional counsel and other professionals to address complex issues and pursue efficient resolutions.

Communicate clearly with clients about case developments, potential outcomes, and strategic recommendations.

Maintain organized case files, meet court deadlines, and uphold professional and ethical standards.

Qualifications

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.

Active license to practice law in the applicable jurisdiction and good standing with the relevant state bar.

At least 1 years of relevant legal experience, including substantial civil and commercial litigation experience.

Experience with estates, trusts, and mergers and acquisitions, or equivalent experience addressing related disputes and legal issues.

Demonstrated ability to independently manage litigation matters and exercise sound legal judgment.

Strong legal research, writing, negotiation, and oral advocacy skills.

Experience conducting discovery, taking and defending depositions, drafting substantive motions, and appearing in court.

Ability to analyze complex legal and financial information and translate it into practical advice.

Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities.

A client-focused, collaborative approach and a commitment to delivering high-quality legal work.

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