Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a litigation associate with three to five years of experience to join their New York, NY office. The ideal candidate will engage in a variety of commercial disputes, with exposure to intellectual property and employment litigation. This role offers opportunities to participate in all phases of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, motion practice, trial, and appeal, across federal and state courts and arbitration.

Duties

• Conduct legal research and draft briefs
• Engage in discovery processes
• Perform oral advocacy and depositions
• Participate in trial practice and appeals

Requirements

• Three to five years of litigation experience
• Interest in commercial, intellectual property, and employment litigation
• New York bar admission or eligibility for prompt admission
• Excellent research and writing skills
• Strong communication skills

Education

• JD degree from an ABA-accredited law school

Certifications

• New York bar admission

Skills

• Top academic credentials
• Proficiency in legal research and writing

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Life and disability insurance
• Flexible time off and paid parental leave
• Adoption assistance and education programs
• Wellbeing programs and transportation benefits
• Eligibility for discretionary and productivity bonuses

This law firm provides services that puts their business clients at a competitive advantage. Their areas of practice include energy, banking, health care, mining, natural resources, tax, legislative, immigration, and food. Their offices are located all across the globe.