Litigation Associate - complex commercial or construction

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$170K — $250K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-10 years of litigation experience, focusing on commercial or real estate-related cases
  • Admitted to the New Jersey Bar; New York or Pennsylvania admission is advantageous
  • Proficient in independently managing court appearances, depositions, and motion practice
  • Experience at a small-to-midsize reputable litigation firm (not BigLaw unless expectations are adjusted)
  • Demonstrates a strong work ethic and commitment to in-office presence

Responsibilities

  • Handle court appearances, case management conferences, and summary judgment oral arguments
  • Conduct depositions and cross-examine witnesses
  • Manage complex commercial real estate litigation and contract disputes
  • Represent insured architects, engineers, and contractors in construction defect and D&O claims
  • Support motion practice and litigation strategy across the firm's commercial litigation portfolio

Benefits

  • Work in a nationally recognized boutique real estate law firm
  • High-impact role with significant autonomy and responsibility
  • Opportunity to represent major insurance companies as panel counsel
  • Engagement with a diverse range of complex cases
  • Firm fosters a strong team-oriented culture, valuing in-person collaboration
Full Job Description
The salary for this role is $170K - $250K/year

We are looking for a Litigation Associate with 5-10 years of experience to join a nationally recognized boutique real estate law firm and handle complex commercial and construction litigation matters. You'll be stepping into a high-impact role where senior partners need someone who can independently manage court appearances, motion practice, and depositions.

What will you be doing?

Handling court appearances, case management conferences, and oral arguments on summary judgment motions

Conducting depositions and cross-examining witnesses

Managing complex commercial real estate litigation and contract disputes

Representing insured architects, engineers, and contractors in construction defect and D&O claims as panel counsel for major insurance companies

Supporting motion practice and litigation strategy across the firm's growing commercial litigation portfolio

Key Requirements

5-10 years of litigation experience, preferably in commercial or real estate-related matters

Admitted to the New Jersey Bar (New York or Pennsylvania bar admission is a strong plus)

Ability to independently handle court appearances, depositions, and motion practice

Background at a small-to-midsize, reputable litigation firm (not BigLaw unless willing to adjust expectations)

Strong work ethic and commitment to being in-office; no lifestyle-first candidates

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