Associate Attorney

Pay: $130,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a well-established litigation practice with more work than the team can currently handle
• Step into a hands-on role where you can take ownership of meaningful matters, not just support them
• Get real courtroom, deposition, motion practice, discovery, and client-facing responsibility
• Enjoy strong work-life balance with a reasonable billable expectation instead of a 2,000+ hour grind
• Be part of a firm that values quality, professionalism, and pride in work product

Location: Hybrid role based in the Islandia area. This position offers flexibility, but the attorney must be able to attend court appearances, depositions, arbitrations, and other in-person litigation events as needed, with a strong preference for candidates living in Nassau or Suffolk County.

Note: Must have hands-on commercial litigation experience and be comfortable independently handling active files, court appearances, depositions, motion practice, and discovery.

About Us We are a well-established, full-service law firm with a strong reputation for high-quality legal work and long-term client relationships. Our team combines sophisticated legal capability with a more personal, collaborative, and supportive environment. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Handle commercial litigation and general civil litigation matters from inception through resolution
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery demands and responses, and other court filings
• Conduct legal research and prepare strong written work product suitable for direct client and court use
• Appear in court and participate in conferences, hearings, depositions, and arbitrations
• Manage large discovery productions, including eDiscovery workflows and document review strategy
• Work with forensic IT and accounting professionals on complex matters where needed
• Maintain direct contact with clients and provide practical updates and strategic guidance
• Manage numerous files and deadlines independently with strong organization and follow-through
• Prepare cases for trial and assist with trial strategy, exhibits, witnesses, and related litigation tasks

Qualifications

• 2+ years of commercial litigation and civil litigation experience
• Admitted to practice law in New York
• Strong hands-on experience with court appearances, depositions, motions, and discovery
• Excellent legal writing and research skills
• Experience handling e-filing and familiarity with New York state court procedure
• Ability to manage files independently and interact directly with clients
• Trial and arbitration experience preferred
• Experience with large discovery productions, eDiscovery, and outside experts preferred

Why You Will Love Working Here

We offer the chance to do substantial litigation work in a professional but more balanced environment. This is a team for someone who takes pride in producing excellent work, wants real responsibility, and values a firm culture that supports both strong client service and a sustainable lifestyle.

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Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

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