Litigation Opportunity at a Growing Am Law Platform | Expanding New York Office | Cravath-Adjacent Compensation

LHH is assisting a growing Am Law firm in its search for a Commercial Litigation Associate to join its expanding New York office. This is an opportunity to join a deliberately lean platform at a pivotal stage of its growth, offering associates meaningful responsibility, direct client exposure, and the opportunity to establish themselves as the practice continues to expand.The RoleThe associate will work on sophisticated disputes spanning complex business and financial litigation, real estate, corporate governance, technology, and insurance coverage.Rather than being limited to discrete pieces of larger matters, associates have the opportunity to take meaningful ownership of their cases, including:Taking and defending depositionsDrafting and arguing substantive motionsAppearing in courtManaging significant aspects of mattersWorking directly with clientsDeveloping practical first-chair litigation capabilitiesThe OpportunityThe New York office combines sophisticated Am Law matters with the advantages of a leaner team structure.Greater visibility and responsibility: Fewer internal layers allow associates to take on meaningful roles in matters and build relationships directly with partners and clients.Business development support: Partners actively help associates identify opportunities, develop pitch materials, participate in pitches, cultivate referral relationships, and manage follow-up.Path to advancement: Associates are considered for elevation beginning in their eighth year.Collaborative culture: The team emphasizes collegiality, a sustainable pace, and respect for life outside of the office.Hybrid schedule: Three days per week in the New York office.Billables: 1950Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/DisabledTo read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacyThe Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:The California Fair Chance ActLos Angeles City Fair Chance OrdinanceLos Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for EmployersSan Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance