Commercial and Business Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Commercial and Business Litigation Associate in Albany, NY. The role offers hybrid flexibility, combining in-office and remote work based on business needs. The successful candidate will join a diverse litigation practice, handling a variety of commercial and business litigation matters.

Duties

• Collaborate with team members and clients to develop litigation strategies.
• Assist with and manage cases throughout the litigation process.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and appellate briefs.
• Manage all phases of discovery, including e-discovery and depositions.
• Participate in court appearances and trials.

Requirements

• 2-8 years of law firm experience in a litigation-based practice or equivalent.
• Strong writing and analytical skills.
• Sound judgment and effective case management abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a mentoring team environment.

Education

• Bachelor's degree.
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.

Certifications

• Bar admittance in New York.

Skills

• Strong writing and analytical skills.
• Effective case management.
• Collaborative team work.

Benefits

• Hybrid work flexibility.
• Bonus eligibility up to 50% of salary.

The principal law office is based in New York. A second office is located in Pennsylvania. Practice areas are comprehensive. Banking-finance, clean tech, environmental, health care, litigation, arbitration and mediation are some of their practice disciplines. A team of professional attorneys make up their law firm.