What are the responsibilities and job description for the Commercial Litigation Associate position at Velia Multi Services?
Key Responsibilities
- Support all aspects of commercial litigation matters from inception through resolution
- Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and legal memoranda
- Conduct legal research and contribute to case strategy
- Handle discovery processes, including e-discovery and document review
- Participate in depositions, hearings, and trial
- Collaborate closely with partners and clients on case strategy
- 2–10 years of experience in commercial or business litigation
- Strong writing, analytical, and advocacy skills
- Experience with pleadings, motion practice, discovery, trial prep
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- JD from an accredited law school and admission to the New York Bar
- Exceptional reputation in high-stakes litigation on behalf of Long Island, NYC and Capital Region clients
- Exposure to complex business disputes litigated in state and federal courts
- No rigid billable hour pressure, allowing focus on quality work and life
- Direct access to highly experienced colleagues, many with large-firm backgrounds
- Strong investment in the Albany market with a mandate for long-term growth
- Collaborative, team-oriented culture with extremely high retention