Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney

Pay: $130,000.00 - $165,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a busy, growing litigation practice where you will get meaningful responsibility instead of being stuck doing back-office support work
• Handle real commercial litigation matters from pleadings through court appearances, negotiations, and trial preparation
• Work in a collaborative, high-accountability environment that values autonomy, trust, and strong performance
• Build your litigation skills, sharpen your CPLR knowledge, and grow as a leader within a close-knit legal team
• Be part of a firm culture that works hard, moves fast, and still keeps a sense of humor

Location: This is a full-time, fully on-site opportunity based in Garden City, New York.

Note: Candidates must have New York civil litigation experience, ideally in commercial litigation, creditor’s rights, collections, and/or judgment enforcement.

About Us

We are a fast-growing litigation practice focused on commercial litigation, creditor’s rights, commercial collections, and judgment enforcement. We take our work seriously, but we are not stiff or overly corporate. We value strong work ethic, accountability, collaboration, and people who are genuinely good to work with. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Handle commercial litigation matters from case inception through resolution
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery demands and responses, and related correspondence
• Conduct legal research and develop litigation strategy
• Prepare for depositions, hearings, inquests, arbitrations, and trials
• Appear in court for conferences, motions, and other proceedings, both virtual and in person
• Communicate directly with clients and provide regular case updates and strategic guidance
• Negotiate settlements and help drive matters toward efficient resolution
• Collaborate closely with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff in a team-oriented environment
• Serve as a resource to paralegals and junior team members by reviewing work product and answering questions
• Take ownership of deadlines, case progress, and overall client service

Qualifications

• J.D. and active New York bar admission
• 3 years of New York civil litigation experience
• Strong drafting, research, and courtroom skills
• Experience handling commercial litigation matters with a high degree of independence
• Strong knowledge of New York practice and procedure, including CPLR
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills and professional judgment
• Experience in creditor’s rights, collections, or judgment enforcement is strongly preferred

Why You Will Love Working Here

• You will have real ownership and visibility, not just task-based work
• The environment is collaborative, laid-back, and high performing
• Leadership values autonomy and does not micromanage
• You will have the chance to grow into a leadership role and help guide others
• The team respects effort, reliability, and people who show up strong for one another

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Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance