Employment and Commercial Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Employment and Commercial Litigation Associate in Long Island, New York. The firm handles both plaintiff and defense employment litigation, including discrimination, workplace disputes, compliance issues, and complex business litigation. The role involves sophisticated commercial litigation and real estate disputes for national and regional clients, emphasizing strategy, legal analysis, and creative problem-solving.

Duties

• Draft and argue motions
• Participate in litigation strategy
• Handle discovery and depositions
• Attend court appearances
• Work directly with sophisticated business clients
• Gain exposure to both plaintiff-side and defense-side litigation

Requirements

• 2-6 years of litigation experience
• Employment litigation experience preferred
• Strong research and writing skills
• Ability to think strategically and independently
• Experience managing multiple active matters
• Entrepreneurial and collaborative personality
• New York Bar admission

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Certifications

• Admission to the New York Bar

Skills

• Strong research and writing skills
• Strategic and independent thinking
• Ability to manage multiple active matters
• Entrepreneurial and collaborative personality

Benefits

• Collegial environment
• Sophisticated work
• Direct partner mentorship
• Substantial long-term growth potential

This law firm's attorneys are licensed to practice in New York, Connecticut, New Jersey, and Colorado. Its key practice areas include outside general counsel, litigation, discrimination, bankruptcy, land use and zoning, employment law, business and real estate transactions, and estate planning. The firm's offices are located in Smithtown and Manhasset, New York.