What are the responsibilities and job description for the Commercial Litigation Associate | Boston | Am Law 200 ranked position at Watts & Associates Recruitment?
Watts & Associates is working discreetly with a highly regarded Am Law 200 ranked international law firm seeking a 2nd to 5th year Commercial Litigation Associate to join its Boston office on a hybrid basis.
This is a strong opportunity for a litigation associate with experience in complex commercial disputes to step into a sophisticated disputes practice handling substantive litigation work from discovery through trial preparation.
The firm offers a well established national and international platform with recognized strength in complex litigation, restructuring, corporate matters and sophisticated client work. The culture is described as collaborative, entrepreneurial and partner led, with lean matter teams, direct client exposure and meaningful responsibility for associates.
The Opportunity
The associate will support complex commercial disputes across both plaintiff and defense oriented matters, taking on key aspects of the litigation process including discovery strategy, case development, motion support, trial preparation and broader matter management. The role is suited to an associate who wants hands on experience within a sophisticated commercial litigation practice while working closely with partners and senior lawyers.
Ideal Candidate Profile
The firm is seeking a 2nd to 5th year Commercial Litigation Associate with:
- Admission to the Massachusetts Bar
- 2nd to 5th year litigation associate experience
- Experience in complex commercial disputes
- Ability to handle key aspects of litigation from discovery through trial preparation
- Strong academic credentials, with clerkship experience and exposure to both plaintiff and defense work viewed favorably
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
This opportunity offers sophisticated litigation work within a respected Am Law 200 ranked platform, with early responsibility, direct partner access and exposure to significant client matters. The group is well suited to associates seeking a collaborative and commercially focused environment with clear progression potential. The stated billable expectation is 2000 hours.
Compensation
The anticipated salary range for this role is $225,000 to $325,000, depending on class year, experience and other relevant factors.
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Salary : $225,000 - $325,000