Overview
NEW IN – Junior Litigation Associate | Complex Commercial Litigation | New York On Site | Early deposition and trial experience Jobs in New York, United States at We Are Legal Revolution
Title: NEW IN – Junior Litigation Associate | Complex Commercial Litigation | New York On Site | Early deposition and trial experience
Company: We Are Legal Revolution
Location: New York, United States
A confidential New York based litigation boutique is seeking exceptionally strong junior litigation associates to join a sophisticated, high-stakes practice. This role is well suited to a lawyer who wants broad exposure across complex disputes, substantial responsibility early, and a training environment with close partner access.
WHY THIS OPPORTUNITY STANDS OUT
• Litigation generalist platform with exposure to a wide range of complex commercial matters
• Meaningful, hands-on experience, including opportunities to take depositions, argue motions, and support trial and appellate work
• Lean deal teams and direct client contact, with increasing ownership as you develop
• Structured mentorship, including partner-level guidance and development toward long-term advancement
• No formal billable hour target
THE ROLE
• Draft and revise pleadings, dispositive motions, and appellate briefs
• Manage fact development, legal research, and complex writing assignments
• Participate in discovery strategy, including document discovery and witness preparation
• Prepare for and take depositions, including defending and examining witnesses
• Support hearings, arbitrations, mediations, and trial preparation, including outline and exhibit development
• Communicate with clients and work closely with partners on case strategy
LOCATION, SCHEDULE AND COMPENSATION
Location:
New York, New York
Schedule:
In office 4 days per week
Compensation:
Base salary range: $260,000 to $275,000
REQUIREMENTS
• 0 to 4 years of litigation experience (law firm, clerkship, or a combination)
• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
• Strong academic performance, including top 10 to 15 percent of class as a general guideline; Top 14 law school background preferred
• Active New York bar admission (or eligibility to waive in promptly)
• Demonstrated interest in complex litigation and a litigation boutique environment
• Excellent legal research, writing, analytical, and advocacy skills
• Ability and willingness to work on-site as part of a collaborative litigation practice
PREFERRED BACKGROUND
• Federal or state judicial clerkship
• Law review, journal, moot court, or comparable academic distinction
• Prior experience in complex commercial litigation, arbitration, trial, or appellate matters
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
• Year-end bonuses
• Clerkship bonus program
• 401(k) and profit-sharing retirement plans
For a confidential and non-obligation call to learn more about this opportunity, please apply below or forward your resume to [email protected] and we’ll be happy to discuss this position in more detail.
