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Litigation AssociateBlackbird Recruiting • Woodmere, NY, US
Litigation Associate

Litigation Associate

Blackbird Recruiting • Woodmere, NY, US
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Now Hiring – Litigation Associates ⚖️

📍 Woodmere, Long Island, NY (On-site)

Prestigious Law Firm

  • High-caliber practice in  Litigation, Real Estate, Corporate

Our client is expanding its Litigation Practice Group and hiring at two levels.

A renowned firm with top-tier attorneys (leading law schools, Am Law / boutique pedigrees) seeks litigators who value professional excellence and true work-life balance . You’ll work on  sophisticated commercial matters  for institutional, private equity, and high-net-worth clients across the U.S., with hands-on responsibility and direct partner exposure.

Open Roles1) Mid-Level Litigation Associate ( 4+ years )

Ideal for an experienced litigator with  commercial litigation and / or bankruptcy  experience who can run core workstreams and partner with clients on strategy.

You’ll do :

  • Lead motion practice (MTD / SJ), manage discovery strategy (ESI / protocols / privilege), and handle court appearances / oral argument
  • Take / defend depositions; prepare fact / expert witnesses
  • Coordinate experts; support trial teams (exhibits, witness outlines, evidentiary motions)
  • Mentor juniors and collaborate closely with partners and clients on budgets / timelines

    • You bring :

  • 4+ years’ civil / commercial litigation (bankruptcy experience a plus)
  • Strong advocacy and writing; comfort owning key case phases
  • NY bar admission (federal admission a plus)

    • 2) Junior Litigation Associate ( 1–3 years )

    Great fit for a rising litigator seeking  mentorship, training, and early responsibility —with a  minimal commute  to an on-site Five Towns office.

    You’ll do :

  • Research and draft memos, pleadings, and motions; Bluebook / cite-check
  • Support discovery (RFPs / RFAs / ROGs, subpoenas, privilege logs) and e-filings ( NYSCEF / ECF )
  • Assist with deposition / hearing prep, manage calendars and case trackers, and learn eDiscovery (Relativity or similar)

    • You bring :

  • 1–3 years’ litigation experience (firm / clinic / judicial internship)
  • Excellent research / writing and attention to detail
  • NY bar admission (or pending)

    • Why This Move

  • Sophisticated docket  serving institutional / PE / HNW clients
  • Direct partner access , clear growth path, and genuine  work-life balance
  • Collegial, high-standards culture with training and mentorship

    • How to Apply

    Email  eve@blackbirdrecruiting.com

    with subject line  “Litigation Associate – Mid-Level”  or  “Litigation Associate – Junior.”

    Please include your resume  and  writing sample  (Junior : add  unofficial transcript ; Mid-Level : brief  case list  helpful).

    Compensation (listed for transparency)

  • Junior (1–3 YOE) : $125,000–$160,000 base  + discretionary bonus (commensurate with experience)
  • Mid-Level (4+ YOE) : $180,000–$270,000 base  + discretionary bonus (commensurate with experience)
  • Comprehensive benefits package (medical / dental / vision, retirement plan, PTO)
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