Litigation Associate Attorney

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Job Overview:
A leading law firm in New York, NY is seeking a highly motivated Litigation Associate Attorney with 0–2 years of experience to join its business and commercial litigation team. This full-time role provides an excellent opportunity to work on complex, high-stakes litigation, arbitration, and trial matters in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates are recent law graduates or junior associates with strong research, writing, and analytical skills who are looking to grow in a litigation-focused practice.

Location:

• New York City, NY

Duties:

• Prepare pleadings, motions, and briefs for complex litigation matters

• Conduct legal research and assist with case strategy development

• Manage e-discovery, document review, and fact development

• Analyze complex legal and factual issues with attention to detail

• Collaborate with partners and senior attorneys on trial preparation

• Assist in arbitration, mediation, and trial proceedings

Requirements:

• 0–2 years of litigation experience

• Eligibility for admission or active bar membership in New York (required)

• Judicial clerkship experience preferred

• Strong work ethic with the ability to manage demanding caseloads

• Commitment to excellence in client service and legal analysis

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

• Exceptional academic performance required

Certifications:

• Admission to the New York State Bar (or pending admission)

Skills:

• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills

• Strong oral and written communication abilities

• Strategic and critical thinking

• Ability to handle complex logistical legal matters

• High degree of professionalism and maturity

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits:

• Discretionary performance-based merit bonus

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans

• Health savings and flexible spending accounts

• Firm-sponsored Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs

• Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance

• Short- and long-term disability insurance

• Paid time off for holidays, vacation, bereavement, jury duty, and family/medical leave

• Paid bar dues, CLE, and approved professional memberships

• Backup child and elder care services

• Service bonuses and employee discount programs

• Equal opportunity and diversity-focused work environment

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York
New York
United States 10017
Phone : (212) 232-0277
Fax : (213) 895-7306