Job Description
Job DescriptionSenior Counsel - Commercial Litigation - 1800 billables, family friendly firm
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Dana Paulo
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" buttonand sending us your resume.
Salary: $160,000 - $185,000 per year
A bit about us:
We are seeking a senior litigation attorney with 5-8+ years of experience who can independently manage complex commercial matters with minimal supervision.
Our litigation department handles sophisticated, high-stakes cases including multi-million-dollar commercial disputes, real estate litigation, construction matters, and land use work. Recent cases include a $150 million federal dispute and multiple high-value construction and commercial matters. We offer big law-caliber work at approximately 1,800 billable hours annually.
With many trials scheduled in the next six months, we need an attorney who can immediately contribute to significant matters, including taking depositions, arguing motions, and handling complex litigation independently.
You'll report directly to the head of the litigation department with a clear partnership track for attorneys who demonstrate strong litigation skills and business development capabilities over time. We are a family-friendly firm that maintains high standards while respecting work-life balance. Many successful big law attorneys have found an ideal fit here - sophisticated work without the personal life sacrifices.
Why join us?
Benefits
401(k)
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
FSA
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Family-friendly work environment with emphasis on work-life balance
Approximately 1,800 billable hours annually (versus 2,500+ at large firms)
Clear partnership track - the firm promotes from within
Direct reporting relationship to head of litigation department
Discretionary performance-based bonus with substantial upside for business origination (10%+ for generated business)
Opportunity to work on sophisticated, high-profile cases
Mentorship opportunities
Compensation: commensurate with experience, plus discretionary performance-based bonus with significant upside for business origination
Job Details
Qualifications
Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
Admission to the New York State Bar
5-8+ years of substantial litigation experience
Big law or similarly sophisticated firm background strongly preferred
Demonstrated trial experience and courtroom proficiency
Proven ability to independently manage complex commercial litigation matters from start to finish
Extensive e-discovery experience, including platform expertise and large-scale document management
Experience with real estate disputes strongly preferred
Strong motion writing background, including successful dispositive motions
Substantial deposition experience, both taking and defending
Court appearance experience in state and federal court, including motion arguments and substantive hearings
Excellent analytical and strategic thinking abilities
Superior organizational skills with ability to manage multiple complex matters simultaneously
Strong written and oral advocacy skills
Leadership capabilities for mentoring junior attorneys
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel)
Verifiable professional references
Must be a Long Island resident or willing to relocate - this is a full-time, on-site position and lengthy commutes have proven unsustainable for prior candidates
We are an equal opportunity employer. If you are seeking sophisticated, high-stakes litigation work in a family-friendly environment with excellent mentorship culture, a clear partnership track, and genuine work-life balance, we invite you to apply.
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.
By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policyCompany DescriptionJobot is on a mission to connect good people with good jobs. By combining AI-powered technology with the expertise of Jobot Pros, our experienced recruiters, we help you find career opportunities that align with your goals and values.
Founded in 2018 and employee-owned since 2024, Jobot is committed to fostering a culture of kindness, respect, innovation, and connection. As an industry leader, we’ve been recognized as a top workplace by Forbes, Fortune, USA Today, and Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).
Ready to find a good job? Create your profile today at Jobot.com.
Company Description
Jobot is on a mission to connect good people with good jobs. By combining AI-powered technology with the expertise of Jobot Pros, our experienced recruiters, we help you find career opportunities that align with your goals and values.\r\n\r\nFounded in 2018 and employee-owned since 2024, Jobot is committed to fostering a culture of kindness, respect, innovation, and connection. As an industry leader, we’ve been recognized as a top workplace by Forbes, Fortune, USA Today, and Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).\r\n\r\nReady to find a good job? Create your profile today at Jobot.com.