Commercial Litigation Associate

Complex Corporate Disputes & Commercial Litigation Practice

Practice Areas : Bankruptcy/restructuring and real estate transactional practices

Location : New York, NY (On-site)

Salary : $215,000 - $415,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

This role includes a highly competitive performance-based bonus structure and a comprehensive benefits package designed to attract and retain top-tier talent.

About the Firm :

This firm is consistently lauded for its tenacious, resourceful, and aggressive advocacy, successfully handling bet-the-company matters for a select clientele. It is habitually ranked in the top tiers by leading legal directories, including Tier 1 recognition in General Commercial Litigation and Bankruptcy & Restructuring by respected industry watchdogs. Founded on a culture of intellectual rigor and an unwavering commitment to client victory, the firm prides itself on its ability to deliver creative and often precedent-setting solutions in the most challenging and adversarial proceedings. The environment is highly dynamic, attracting lawyers who are energized by complexity and possess an entrepreneurial drive for legal excellence. Our client "Law Firm" has built a reputation as a leading player in commercial litigation, complemented by strong capabilities in bankruptcy/restructuring and real estate transactions. Known for its creative and aggressive approach, the firm consistently takes on complex, high-stakes cases and maintains a trial-ready posture. Its client roster includes Fortune 500 companies, private equity firms, and major players in financial services, technology, and real estate. Over the years, they have secured billions in awards and settlements and earned recognition from Chambers USA, Legal 500, and Benchmark Litigation for excellence in practice.

Job Description:

The successful candidate will be a critical member of the firm's core litigation team, charged with the judicious and strategic management of complex, multi-jurisdictional commercial disputes . This role involves extensive engagement in all phases of the litigation lifecycle, from initial case assessment and pre-litigation counseling through trial.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Developing formidable litigation strategies for complex financial, commercial, and contractual claims.
• Leading large-scale and sophisticated discovery efforts , including e-discovery management and deposition preparation.
• Drafting, arguing, and securing positive outcomes on critical motion practice , including dispositive motions and preliminary injunctions.
• Providing strategic counsel to an elite roster of clients, which includes Fortune 500 corporations, financial institutions, and prominent business principals.
• Working closely with partners on matters that intersect with bankruptcy/insolvency proceedings and large-scale real estate disputes .
• Mentoring junior associates and leveraging advanced legal technology to enhance the efficacy of the firm's litigation support.

Qualifications:

• The Firm actively recruits highly skilled and credentialed team members share in their dynamic approach to practicing law
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from a top-rated ABA-accredited Law School .
• Preferably experience with federal clerkship or other law clerk positions gaining court room experience.
• Active membership in good standing with the New York State Bar .
• A minimum of three (3) years of focused post-J.D. experience in high-value commercial litigation and business disputes.
• Demonstrable expertise in drafting complex pleadings, managing document production, and engaging in substantive motion practice.

Preferred Skills:

• Superior academic credentials, including Law Review or a comparable distinguished scholastic record.
• A background demonstrating experience in Federal Court practice , particularly in the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York.
• Specialized experience or an advanced understanding of matters related to financial restructuring , insolvency law , or complex real property litigation .
• Exceptional ability to synthesize voluminous information and distill it into clear, persuasive legal arguments.

This a job advertisement on behalf of our client and does not reflect the full job description for the role. Any qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. You will need to provide law school transcripts, a writing sample or deal sheets, and a cover letter in order to be considered for this role. This posting does not constitute an offer of employment, and the listed compensation details may vary by state or experience and will be discussed thoroughly during interview phase.