Senior Associate: Commercial Litigation

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Senior Business Litigation Associate in New York, NY. This fully remote role focuses on partnership disputes and business divorces, leading sophisticated commercial litigation matters from intake through resolution. The position offers the opportunity to work directly with founders, executives, and businesses in high-stakes disputes.

Duties

• Serve as lead counsel on complex commercial litigation matters.
• Develop and execute case strategies from intake through resolution.
• Handle all stages of litigation, including motion practice, discovery, depositions, trial preparation, and negotiations.
• Provide direct, strategic, and practical counsel to business clients.
• Collaborate with firm leadership on case strategy and contribute to firm growth.
• Communicate clearly, professionally, and effectively with clients, colleagues, and the courts.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of litigation experience, with a strong track record in business disputes.
• Trial-ready, with experience trying at least 3 cases and conducting 30 or more substantive depositions.
• Skilled in motion practice, oral advocacy, and case strategy.
• Experienced in handling complex partnership disputes with strategic toughness and diplomacy.
• Licensed to practice in New York (admission in Florida is a plus).
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and reliable, with exceptional time management skills.
• Adept with technology and proficient in case management systems.
• Self-motivated and highly accountable, with a proven ability to drive matters forward independently.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in New York.

Skills

• Strong litigation and trial skills.
• Excellent strategic and analytical abilities.
• Proficient in case management systems.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills.

Benefits

• Health insurance options with up to 100% of individual premiums covered.
• Dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution.
• Paid time off, including holidays, vacation, sick days, and personal time.
• Fully remote work environment with occasional in-person requirements in New York City.