Commercial Litigation Associate - New York, NY
pluglegalNew York, NY
$250,000 to $280,000
APPLY (opens in a new tab)Commercial Litigation Associate - New York, NY
pluglegalNew York, NYSenior L5
APPLY NOW (opens in a new tab)$250,000 to $280,000
Commercial Litigation - 5-7 Years - NY Bar Required The hardest transition for a commercial litigator occurs between years five and seven. In many large firms, this is where advancement stalls, and senior associates find themselves stuck managing doc review or drafting briefs for partners to argue. We are representing an Am Law 100 firm seeking a mid-to-senior litigation associate for their Manhattan office who is ready to run files, cross-examine witnesses, and take a primary role in high-stakes business disputes. If you have built a strong procedural foundation and want a transparent path toward partnership with genuine courtroom exposure, this platform provides that strategic leap.
The Work:
This role spans a sophisticated mix of general commercial litigation, with distinct opportunities to lead complex matters within the real estate and financial services sectors. You will not be tucked away in a back room; you will actively direct case strategy from inception through resolution across both New York State and federal courts. This includes drafting and arguing dispositive motions, managing expert and fact discovery, and taking and defending key depositions. For candidates looking to elevate their advocacy, the firm actively paths associates toward first-chair trial exposure and direct client management rather than keeping them behind a partner-level buffer. Who This Is For You are a New York-admitted litigator with five to seven years of experience, ideally coming from a large law firm or an elite litigation boutique. You have a stellar academic track record, exceptional writing skills, and a strong comfort level handling advanced deposition practice. The Funnel Hook: While a traditional big-law commercial litigation background is highly valued, we welcome conversations with high-caliber white-collar defense or financial regulatory associates who want to pivot their skills into a broader, commercial trial-ready practice. Similarly, if your experience is heavily weighted toward general business torts but you want to specialize deeply in high-value New -York real estate and finance disputes, this role provides the necessary infrastructure and mentorship to bridge that gap.
Compensation and Benefits:
- The anticipated base salary range for this position is $250,000 to $280,000, dependent on your exact class year, credentials, and depth of relevant experience. Premium medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan with firm profit-sharing contributions
- Generous paid time off (PTO) and comprehensive parental leave policies
- Life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Dedicated annual budget for professional development, bar association dues, and CLE tracking
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