Litigation Associate $150k-$170k

Commercial Litigation Associate

Location: Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY

Compensation: $150,000–$170,000

Experience: 5 years

Firm Size: Boutique law firm with approximately 5 attorneys

Whitman Legal Resources has an excellent opportunity for an experienced Commercial Litigation Associate to join a well-established boutique law firm located in Midtown Manhattan. Our client is seeking an attorney with 5 years of substantive commercial litigation experience who is comfortable handling matters with a high level of responsibility in a small, collaborative firm environment.

Responsibilities

• Handle a variety of commercial litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and prepare written legal analyses.
• Manage discovery, including document review, production, and depositions.
• Assist with and participate in court appearances, hearings, depositions, and trial preparation.
• Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, and other parties.
• Manage multiple matters and deadlines independently while working closely with the firm's attorneys.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the New York State Bar and in good standing.
• Approximately 5 years of commercial litigation experience.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to independently manage matters and competing deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable working in a hands-on boutique law firm environment.

Compensation

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $150,000–$170,000, depending on experience and qualifications.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercial litigator seeking meaningful responsibility and direct exposure to sophisticated matters within a smaller, collaborative Midtown Manhattan practice.