Commercial Litigation Associate - Junior Level - New York

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is seeking a junior level associate with a minimum of one year experience to join its commercial litigation group in New York. Large law-firm or established boutique experience is required. The candidate should have experience in commercial litigation pending in state and federal courts or arbitrations, including managing cases; drafting and research responsibility for pleadings and contested motions (such as motions to dismiss, motions for summary judgment, preliminary injunction or class certification briefing); taking depositions; propounding written discovery and responses; and arguing motions. Candidates should have experience or demonstrated interest in complex litigation-especially areas of focus including disputes concerning contract performance, breach of fiduciary duties, debtor and creditor matters, partnerships and shareholders, supply and vendor agreements, unfair competition, and consumer class actions. Excellent writing and oral advocacy skills are required. Clerkship and court experience is not required but a plus.

To apply, please upload a cover letter addressed to Valerie Hawley, Lawyer Talent Acquisition Specialist, together with a resume, writing sample and law school transcript, all in PDF format. Please specify how you heard about this position. All replies confidential.

We are relentlessly committed to client service and look for candidates who share that commitment. At DWT, client service means having empathy for each client's and each lawyer's work and personal pressures, business objectives, and legal needs; anticipating their needs; and having the capabilities and commitment to deliver what matters most to them.

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP fosters a culture where all talented individuals-including those who are traditionally underrepresented in the legal profession-can have, and can see, paths to success. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion sits on four pillars: Community, Growth, Education, and Engagement. Learn more about the firm's commitment to DEI here: www.dwt.com/dei.

Davis Wright Tremaine provides reasonable accommodations for those who need them to complete the application or recruiting process and for employees who need reasonable accommodations to perform the essential functions of their positions due to a disability or for religious reasons. If you need to request accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please email humanresources_confidential@dwt.com.

The annualized salary range for this position in New York City is $205,000 to $330,000 . Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. Full time employees may be eligible for a bonus, health insurance with an optional HSA short term disability, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, 401(k), vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program. Additional voluntary programs include: voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary long-term care, and pet insurance. Commuter and Transit programs are also available.

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