What are the responsibilities and job description for the Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney position at Capstone Search Partners?
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical, writing, and courtroom skills, along with a desire to handle complex commercial matters from inception through resolution. This position offers meaningful responsibility, direct client interaction, and the opportunity to work closely with experienced trial attorneys on high-level commercial disputes and risk management matters. This is an exceptional opportunity to work alongside highly respected attorneys on complex and high-value transactions in a collaborative, client-focused environment. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside seasoned partners and thought leaders in a collaborative, intellectually rigorous environment.
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical, writing, and courtroom skills, along with a desire to handle complex commercial matters from inception through resolution. This position offers meaningful responsibility, direct client interaction, and the opportunity to work closely with experienced trial attorneys on high-level commercial disputes and risk management matters. This is an exceptional opportunity to work alongside highly respected attorneys on complex and high-value transactions in a collaborative, client-focused environment. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside seasoned partners and thought leaders in a collaborative, intellectually rigorous environment.
Key Responsibilities
• Manage and support all phases of commercial litigation, including case evaluation, pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, mediation, arbitration, and trial preparation
• Draft and argue substantive motions, including dispositive motions
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda on complex commercial issues
• Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials
• Collaborate with senior attorneys to develop litigation strategies aligned with clients’ business goals
• Advise clients on risk management, contract interpretation, and dispute avoidance strategies
• Assist with pre-litigation dispute resolution and negotiation efforts