Litigation Associate

About the company Our client is a law firm. The role Raydar is recruiting for this role on behalf of our client. Run a personal caseload of business disputes with a high degree of independence, covering everything from discovery to hearings. Partner closely with several senior attorneys and clients in a lean, collaborative group, and take real ownership of each matter. What you'll do - Lead business dispute matters through every stage with considerable independence. - Conduct and defend fact and expert witness depositions. - Write and present pretrial motions before trial-level courts at both the state and federal level. - Prepare witnesses and lead the courtroom team at hearings and other proceedings. - Collaborate directly with several partners and clients on a range of cases. Requirements What we're looking for - 5 to 7 years of civil litigation experience with genuine time in the courtroom. - A JD from an ABA-accredited law school and a license to practice in New York. - Familiarity with procedures in both local state courts and federal courts. - A record of independently handling depositions and preparing and presenting both discovery and dispositive motions. - Experience leading hearings, arbitrations or trials, along with witness preparation. - Excellent research, writing and verbal communication skills and a strong academic background. - Self-starter who takes charge of cases and is productive from the first day. - Willingness to provide a writing sample with the application. Bonus points - Experience at a small or mid-size firm rather than a very large one. - Working knowledge of common legal research platforms. Benefits Compensation and benefits - Base salary: USD 250,000 to 280,000 per year Location and work model - New York, NY, United States - Hybrid, 3 days per week in office - Full-time