Commercial and Business Litigation Associate

Experience Level :

• 2 to 6 years of relevant experience Office Location :   Albany, NY Work Schedule :   This role has hybrid flexibility, with weekly in-office and remote work based on business need Salary :   $120,000-$150,000 Bonus : This role is eligible for a bonus up to 50% of salary Whiteman Osterman & Hanna LLP is seeking an associate with 2-6 years of commercial and business litigation experience to join its diverse litigation practice.  In the area of commercial and business litigation, our practice includes contract and business disputes, enforcing and protecting shareholder rights, real estate-related litigation, and creditors’ rights and bankruptcy litigation, among many other matters.
• Successful candidates will have 2-6 years of law firm experience in a litigation-based practice, or a combination of applicable law firm and judicial clerkship experience.  A bachelor’s degree, J.D. and bar admittance in New York are required.
• The ideal candidate will have strong writing and analytical skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage cases effectively, working with partners and senior associates within a mentoring and collaborative team environment.
• Key responsibilities include working with team members and clients to develop litigation strategies, assisting with and managing cases throughout the litigation process, including drafting pleadings, motions and appellate briefs, managing all phases of discovery including e-discovery and depositions, court appearances and trials.
• This is an exceptional opportunity to work with one of Upstate New York’s pre-eminent law firms in a sophisticated, growing and diverse practice.
• Application Materials
• Cover letter (preferred, but not required)
• Resume
• Law School Transcript Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.
• Please contact Careers@WOH.com with any questions.
• Whiteman Osterman & Hanna LLP is an equal opportunity employer.

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