Senior Commercial Litigation Attorney

Pitcoff Law Group PC • New York, NY

5h • $175,000 - $225,000 • Remote

About The Position

Pitcoff Law Group is seeking a Senior Commercial Litigation Attorney to lead complex business disputes, particularly partnership and shareholder disputes, business divorces, contract disputes, fiduciary duty claims, and other significant commercial matters. This role is for an experienced litigator who desires real ownership, developing case strategy, managing matters from inception through resolution, working directly with sophisticated clients, and taking the lead on substantive decisions. Attorneys work in a remote-first environment emphasizing autonomy, responsiveness, and trust, requiring organization, technological capability, proactive communication, and engagement. The team meets monthly in New York City, and a Manhattan office is available for client meetings and collaboration. This is an opportunity to perform sophisticated work, gain greater control over practice, and play a key role in a growing firm.

Requirements

• 10+ years of substantial commercial litigation experience
• Significant experience handling complex business disputes
• Strong background in motion practice, discovery, depositions, negotiations, and case strategy
• Meaningful courtroom, arbitration, evidentiary hearing, and/or trial experience; first-chair trial experience is strongly preferred
• Experience with partnership, shareholder, ownership, fiduciary duty, or business divorce disputes is highly desirable
• Excellent legal writing and oral advocacy skills
• Strong judgment and the ability to independently manage and advance sophisticated matters
• Exceptional client communication and relationship-management skills
• Highly organized, responsive, and accountable
• Comfortable using technology to manage matters, collaborate, communicate, and work efficiently
• Able to thrive in a remote environment through proactive communication, strong organization, and consistent follow-through
• Admission to the New York Bar required

Nice To Haves

• Florida admission is a plus

Responsibilities

• Lead complex commercial litigation matters from intake through resolution
• Develop and execute litigation strategy in partnership, shareholder, business divorce, contract, fiduciary duty, and related disputes
• Draft and argue substantive motions
• Lead discovery, including complex document discovery and depositions
• Prepare for and participate in hearings, arbitrations, mediations, and trials
• Negotiate strategically and effectively on behalf of clients
• Advise founders, executives, business owners, and companies on litigation strategy, risk, and practical business considerations
• Maintain clear, proactive communication with clients
• Collaborate with firm leadership and colleagues on significant matters and case strategy
• Take ownership of deadlines, case progression, and client expectations
• Contribute to the continued development of the firm's litigation practice

Benefits

• Base salary of $175,000-$225,000 + performance-based bonus, commensurate with experience
• Annual billable requirement of 1,680 hours
• Health insurance options with up to 100% of individual premiums covered
• Dental and vision insurance
• Short- and long-term disability and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution
• Paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, and personal time

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed