Litigation Attorney

Litigation AttorneyWe are seeking a seasoned Defense Commercial Litigation Attorney to join our team and represent corporate clients in complex civil disputes across state and federal courts. The successful candidate will manage a full caseload of commercial matters from intake through trial and appeal providing strategic legal advice, conducting rigorous legal research, preparing persuasive pleadings and motions, overseeing discovery (including e-discovery), deposing and preparing witnesses, and negotiating or litigating resolutions through trial and alternative dispute resolution. This role requires a trial-ready litigator with strong writing, analytical, and advocacy skills who can work independently and collaboratively with clients, outside counsel, and internal teams.Key ResponsibilitiesManage a diverse caseload of commercial defense matters in state and federal court, including regulatory and compliance-related disputesDevelop and implement litigation strategy from case inception through resolution, including risk assessment and cost planningDraft and file pleadings, complaints, answers, motions, briefs, and appellate filings with accuracy and timelinessConduct comprehensive legal research using Westlaw, LexisNexis, PACER and other resources to support pleadings, motions, and trial strategyLead discovery efforts: prepare and respond to document requests and interrogatories, supervise e-discovery and document review, and coordinate with vendorsPrepare for and take depositions; prepare witnesses and coordinate witness testimony for hearings and trialsManage all aspects of trial preparation and courtroom advocacy, including evidentiary strategy, exhibit preparation, and witness examinationRepresent clients in settlement negotiations, mediation, arbitration, and other ADR forums when appropriateSupervise and mentor junior attorneys, associates, and paralegals; review work product and delegate tasks effectivelyMaintain timely and accurate case management and court filing procedures, including docket monitoring and deadlinesCollaborate with clients to provide practical, commercially focused legal advice and updates on case status, risks, and optionsCoordinate with regulatory, compliance, and in-house teams on matters that implicate corporate policies or regulatory exposureQualificationsJuris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and admission to the bar in the relevant jurisdiction(s)5+ years of civil litigation experience defending commercial disputes in state and federal courts; trial experience strongly preferredProven legal writing and brief-writing skills with a track record of drafting persuasive motions, pleadings, and appellate briefsExtensive experience with trial practice, trial preparation, evidence handling, witness preparation, and courtroom advocacyExperience in criminal litigation or regulatory litigation is a plus for matters with cross-over issuesStrong motion practice skills and experience drafting and arguing dispositive and discovery motionsDemonstrated expertise with discovery practice, including e-discovery platforms and document review workflowsSkilled in conducting and defending depositions and in preparing witnesses for testimonyAppellate practice experience and familiarity with briefing and oral argument procedures preferredComfortable using litigation tools and research platforms such as Westlaw, LexisNexis, PACER and relevant e-discovery softwareAbility to manage multiple matters and deadlines, exercise sound judgment, and perform effective risk assessmentExcellent oral advocacy, negotiation, and client-counseling abilities; experience with settlement negotiation, mediation, and arbitrationStrong organizational skills and experience with case management systems and court filing proceduresHigh ethical standards, attention to detail, and a collaborative, client-service orientationWillingness to travel as needed for court appearances, depositions, and client meetingsPrior experience supervising law clerks, paralegals, or junior associates is preferredBenefitsComprehensive BenefitsPTOHoliday PayBonuses$170,000.00 - $210,000.00 Annually