Litigation Associate – Complex Commercial & Financial Disputes

Litigation Associate – Complex Commercial & Financial Disputes

Location: New York, NY (Hybrid/Onsite)
Compensation: $225,000 – $245,000 base + comprehensive benefits
Schedule: Full-Time

Overview

A nationally recognized litigation firm is seeking a mid-level Litigation Associate to join its high-impact disputes practice. The firm is known for handling sophisticated, high-value matters for corporate, financial, and individual clients, often involving complex legal, regulatory, and commercial issues with significant visibility.

This is a hands-on role within a trial-driven environment where associates are given meaningful responsibility early and work closely with senior attorneys on all phases of litigation.

Role Responsibilities

The associate will contribute to a wide range of litigation matters from early case assessment through trial and potential appeal, including:

• Supporting case development across all stages of litigation under partner guidance
• Drafting substantive legal documents including complaints, motions, briefs, and memoranda
• Performing in-depth legal research to support case strategy and argument development
• Handling discovery processes such as document review, interrogatories, and requests for production
• Assisting with depositions, hearings, and trial preparation activities
• Engaging with clients, experts, and opposing counsel as part of case coordination
• Contributing to overall case strategy discussions and litigation planning

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school with strong academic performance
• Active admission to a U.S. state bar or eligibility for admission
• Approximately 3–5 years of experience in a law firm litigation setting
• Strong writing, research, and analytical capabilities
• Ability to manage multiple active matters in a deadline-driven environment

Preferred Experience

• Exposure to financial disputes, securities matters, or complex commercial litigation
• Experience drafting motions, briefs, and other court submissions
• Participation in depositions, hearings, or trial preparation
• Experience working in lean, fast-paced litigation teams

What’s Offered

• Competitive base compensation and full benefits package
• Direct exposure to high-profile, complex litigation matters
• Strong mentorship and meaningful trial-level experience
• Collaborative, performance-driven firm culture with growth opportunity