Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm in New York City is seeking a skilled Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney with 3-5 years of experience. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in general commercial litigation, including pleadings, motions, and discovery practice. Strong academic credentials, exceptional research and writing skills, and the ability to work independently and interface with clients are essential.

Duties:

• Handle all aspects of general commercial litigation.
• Draft pleadings and motions, and engage in discovery practice, including e-discovery.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support case strategies.
• Work independently on assigned cases and interface directly with clients.
• Provide legal advice and counsel on commercial litigation matters.
• Collaborate with other attorneys and support staff within the firm.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited US law school.
• Admission and in good standing as a member of the New York State Bar.
• 3-5 years of experience in commercial litigation.
• Current or prior employment with an AmLaw 100 firm is a plus.

Skills:

• Experience in all aspects of general commercial litigation.
• Strong research and writing skills.
• Analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate within a legal team.
• Familiarity with e-discovery practices.

This Vault Law 100 and one of the Top 25 Best Law Firm in Southern California boasts attorneys who are highly regarded with forward-thinking approaches, enthusiasm for collaborating across disciplines, and their unsurpassed commercial awareness. The firm has an ?emerging issues? program, which allows the firm to pioneer new and novel areas of the law. Associates have the opportunity to work on ground-breaking, high-profile matters for some of the world?s most innovative companies on a day-to-day basis. The firm has had its hand in the growth of global commerce and industry, allowing its associates to obtain truly substantive experience. The firm also require its attorneys to complete a minimum of 25 pro bono hours. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.