Commercial Litigation Associate

Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott LLC • New York, NY

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Eckert Seamans is a full-service national law firm with a strong reputation and a history of success spanning over 65 years. With approximately 300 lawyers across a network of 15 offices, we provide clients with proactive, solution-oriented business and litigation counsel. We seek a Commercial Litigation Associate for our White Plains or New York City office. The attorney hired for this position will work directly with partners and other associates on litigation matters in a fast-paced, active environment and directly communicate and interact with clients.

Requirements

• Three (3) to five (5) years of commercial litigation experience
• Excellent academic credentials and strong drafting skills
• Exceptional research, writing, and analytical skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Competence and desire to manage a variety of active matters independently
• Licensed to practice in New York is required

Nice To Haves

• Prior judicial clerkship experience is a plus
• Court and deposition experience strongly preferred
• Licensed to practice in New Jersey and Connecticut are a plus

Responsibilities

• Conducting factual investigations and discovery
• Preparing pleadings
• Taking depositions
• Preparing substantive motions in New York state and federal courts

Benefits

• Generous PTO and Holiday Schedule
• Medical/Vision/Dental insurance
• Hybrid work schedule
• Commuter Benefits
• Paid parental leave
• 401k plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees