Commercial Litigation Attorney

Elevate Services•New York, NY

54d•Remote

About The Position

Our client, a boutique and fast-growing litigation firm, is seeking a dynamic and self-motivated Commercial Litigation Associate with at least six years of experience to join their lean, entrepreneurial team. This is a unique opportunity for a litigator who thrives in a startup-style environment and wants to break away from the rigid structure of Big Law. Location: Remote role with preference for candidates licensed in New York Additional bar licenses in California and Florida are a plus Occasional in-person hearings in New York City About the Role: Focus on Commercial Litigation, including arbitration and breach of contract matters Opportunity to take ownership of cases from start to finish Low billable hour requirement of 1800 hours Highly autonomous work style with full support from leadership Ideal Candidate: 6+ years of litigation experience Previous Big Law experience welcome, but seeking something more agile and purpose-driven Deep interest and passion for litigation Proven ability to work independently and efficiently Superior legal writing skills and top-notch communication abilities Strong advocacy and case management skills Startup mindset: flexible, driven, and collaborative Bonus eligible Full benefits including 401(k) match and unlimited PTO Opportunity to help shape the future of a growing firm If you are an experienced litigator looking for meaningful work in a flexible and supportive environment, we would love to hear from you. To apply: If you are qualified, interested, and available, please send 1) your WORD version resume and 2) an email stating why you are a good fit for this position to [email protected] ElevateFlex provides an unparalleled platform for you to work with innovative companies and law firms worldwide on various exciting and challenging roles. We pride ourselves on respecting your individuality and choice of career, allowing you to bring your very best to each role, to continue to develop your experience, expertise, professional network, and be supported with a package of benefits tailored to your needs. As a member of our talent community, you will benefit from Elevate's curated training suite to enhance and develop your skills. You will have access to hands-on support, networking opportunities, and accessing the most up-to-date resources. By joining our global community of Talent, you will get the opportunity to work with our top law firms and law department customers. Equitability and inclusion are critical to ElevateFlex's success. As The Law Company, changing the legal business landscape, we know a diverse, inclusive work culture is at the heart of attracting, retaining, and celebrating the industry's most talented people. We empower our employees to bring their whole selves to work because we know that diversity of experience and perspective drive innovation and is simply good business. As a strong proponent of diversity, equitability, and inclusion, ElevateFlex is committed to hiring diverse candidates from all backgrounds. We invite you to apply to become part of the ElevateFlex Team - help us change the legal business landscape and make a dent in the legal universe.

Requirements

6+ years of litigation experience
Previous Big Law experience welcome, but seeking something more agile and purpose-driven
Deep interest and passion for litigation
Proven ability to work independently and efficiently
Superior legal writing skills and top-notch communication abilities
Strong advocacy and case management skills
Startup mindset: flexible, driven, and collaborative