Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Litigation Associate with 3 to 5 years of general commercial litigation experience in New York. The firm offers a collegial work environment with a focus on associate development, learning, and responsibility.

Duties

• Conduct legal research and analysis.
• Draft and review legal documents.
• Participate in client meetings and court proceedings.
• Collaborate with team members on case strategy.

Requirements

• 3 to 5 years of general commercial litigation experience.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Membership in the New York State Bar.

Education

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• New York State Bar membership.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

Benefits

• Annual discretionary bonus.
• Paid time off.
• Professional and client development allowance.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and disability insurance.
• 401k Profit Sharing Plan (employee-only contribution plan).
• Pre-tax commuter benefit for parking and transit expenses.

This AmLaw firm is well-known for their banking sector, representing all 10 U.S. bank holding companies. Specializing in its Latin America practice, this firm prioritizes and provides diversity and inclusion amongst its associates. This firm has also obtained numerous accolades including a perfect score through the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index for Best Place to Work for LGBT Equality two years in a row, Top 25 For Female Partners by The American Lawyer, and Top 60 Firms For Diversity by The American Lawyer's Diversity Scoreboard.