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Our client, an AM Law 100 firm, is seeking a mid to senior level Associate to join their Project Finance team in New York.

Qualified candidates should have 3-8 years of relevant experience from a peer firm.

The successful candidate will work with project sponsors and financial institutions on the financing, acquisition, and development of major energy, power, and infrastructure projects, with a focus on renewable energy.

The role will work directly with a partner who is know for sophisticated and complex renewables deals.

Compensation would be market with a billable hour expectation of 2000 hours.

POSITION: Senior Paralegal- New York

HOURS: 9:00 to 5:00 WFH up to 1 day per week

COMPENSATION: $120,000-$165,000

Senior Paralegal| Global Law Firm | New York, NY Our highly prestigious full-service AmLaw 100 law firm client is hiring an experienced Senior Paralegal. As part of the Talent and Career Strategy team, the Senior Paralegal provides advanced legal support throughout all phases of complex litigation and investigations while overseeing and directing the work of junior and midlevel paralegals. This role combines high-level case management responsibilities with team leadership, workflow coordination, and quality oversight. The Senior Paralegal will also play a critical role in fact development, evidence preservation, regulatory response, and risk mitigation. The Senior Paralegal operates with a high degree of autonomy, manages multiple matters at once, and serves as a key liaison between attorneys, clients, courts, and external vendors.

This position demands exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, strong analytical abilities, and proficiency in litigation support technologies. Extensive knowledge of court procedures, discovery processes, legal cite checking, and trial preparation is required, as the Senior Paralegal will serve as a subject matter resource to ensure compliance with court rules and internal procedures while helping to drive operational efficiency across matters.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Litigation, Investigation, & Case Management Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in all stages of large, complex litigation matters from inception through post-trial, including attending and supporting depositions, hearings, trials, and arbitrations.
• Apply advanced knowledge of federal and state procedural rules and electronic filing requirements; implement and maintain case calendaring and docketing systems, ensure accuracy of key dates, and provide guidance on court-related procedural questions.
• Prepare templates and draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and related legal documents; assist with proofreading, legal cite-checking, Bluebook compliance, and case law retrieval.
• Organize and maintain electronic case files in accordance with firm protocols; manage high volumes of documents, including client and third-party communications, client collections, productions, deposition materials, exhibits, and trial materials.
• Assist attorneys with document collection, Relativity database setup, and management, including document production.
• Perform complex data analysis, tracking, and discovery management within Relativity, including document review and database searches.
• Prepare, organize, and manage exhibits and trial materials, including pleadings, witness preparation materials, trial notebooks, deposition designations, demonstratives, and digital courtroom presentations (e.g., Trial Director, OnCue).
• Assist attorneys with internal investigations, regulatory inquiries, and compliance reviews.
• Assist attorneys with preparing materials for witness interviews, including pulling documents from Relativity and organizing materials into binders for witness interviews.

Leadership & Training Responsibilities

• Supervise, mentor, and train junior and midlevel paralegals assigned to your matters.
• Review documents and filings of other teams members for accuracy and compliance.
• Assist with paralegal onboarding, training, and performance feedback.
• Identify stretch assignments for more junior members of the team to build advanced litigation or investigative skills.
• Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to junior paralegals, including instruction on firm litigation procedures and best practices.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum 10 years of experience as a litigation paralegal in an AmLaw 100 or specialized litigation firm, with demonstrated leadership and mentorship skills appropriate for a senior-level role.
• Expert knowledge of Federal and relevant State procedural rules and electronic filing requirements, with strong familiarity with Federal and State court rules, case management systems, and e-filing databases.
• Experience drafting pleadings, and discovery requests and responses, with proficiency in legal cite-checking and Bluebook standards.
• Working knowledge of docketing applications (e.g., CompuLaw, PACER), litigation support and transcript management tools (e.g., TextMap, CaseMap, Opus2, NetDocuments), and document review/e-discovery platforms (e.g., Relativity).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), legal research platforms (e.g. LexisNexis, Westlaw), and document management/PDF tools (e.g. Kofax, Adobe Acrobat).
• Excellent organizational, prioritization, and multitasking skills with strong attention to detail; ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Availability to work overtime, travel, and handle after-hours filings and deliverables as needed.
• This is a hybrid role requiring in-office presence at least four days per week (Monday–Thursday).

Kozusko Harris Duncan, a boutique private client firm with offices in Washington, DC, New York City, New Haven and Chicago, has openings in its New York office for a Junior to Mid Level Associate. Ideal candidate would have a minimum of 2 years of sophisticated law firm experience in tax and/or trust and estate planning for domestic and/or cross-border ultra-high net worth individuals and families. LLM. in tax desirable. However, we would also consider an applicant with an alternate career path and a demonstrated interest in the tax and/or trust and estate planning field.

Comp Range

$175,000-$250,000

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Litigation Associate | New York

A New York–based litigation platform is expanding its team and is seeking a Litigation Associate to support a high-stakes commercial practice. The firm is recognised for its creative, aggressive approach to litigation and operates with a genuinely trial-ready mindset.

The practice is anchored in complex commercial litigation, with strong capability across bankruptcy/restructuring and real estate–related disputes. The client base includes Fortune 500 companies and major private equity and investment firms across financial services, technology, and real estate.

The Role

• Work on complex, high-value commercial litigation matters from early strategy through trial
• Meaningful courtroom exposure and hands-on responsibility
• Direct partner access and involvement in case strategy
• Exposure to both plaintiff and defence-side work

The Profile

• 2–7 years' litigation experience
• Background at an Am Law 200 firm preferred
• JD from an accredited law school
• Admitted to the New York Bar

Why This Platform

• Trial-forward culture with real courtroom work
• Sophisticated, high-profile client base
• Lean teams and accelerated responsibility
• Emphasis on judgment, creativity, and results over hierarchy

If you're a litigation associate looking to sharpen your trial credentials and work on genuinely challenging matters, this is a strong platform to explore.

Confidential search. Direct outreach welcomed.

Job ID: 410750

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Life Sciences Patent Prosecution Associate Attorney (3+ Years) – Biotechnology & Molecular Biology | New York, New York

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A leading intellectual property practice is seeking a Life Sciences Patent Associate Attorney (3+ years experience) to join its growing patent prosecution team in New York, New York. Work with innovative biotechnology and life sciences companies on complex patent portfolio strategy and prosecution.

This law firm was founded over 40 years ago to provide legal services for technology, clean tech sectors, and life sciences companies that are making world-changing innovations. They specialize in offering fast service to keep up with the rapid changes in the technology industry. Their areas of practice include intellectual property, litigation, corporate, and electronic information management. This firm has offices in California, Washington, New York, and Shanghai.

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A prominent intellectual property law practice is seeking a Life Sciences Patent Associate Attorney to join its expanding patent prosecution group in New York, New York. This role focuses on biotechnology and life sciences innovations, supporting cutting-edge companies developing breakthroughs in molecular biology, genetics, cellular technologies, and biotechnology.

Attorneys pursuing New York legal jobs in intellectual property will gain the opportunity to work with emerging technology and life sciences companies while managing sophisticated patent portfolios. The Patent Attorney will assist clients in protecting their intellectual property through strategic patent drafting, prosecution, and counseling.

This partner-track position provides exposure to high-growth industries including biotechnology, medtech, and AI-enabled medical innovations. The role offers hands-on involvement with patent strategy, portfolio development, and intellectual property due diligence in corporate transactions.

This opportunity is actively interviewing candidates seeking advanced New York legal jobs within biotechnology patent law and intellectual property strategy.

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Key Responsibilities

• Manage client relationships and oversee life sciences patent portfolios.

• Draft and prosecute patent applications involving biotechnology, molecular biology, genetics, and cellular technologies.

• Conduct prior art searches and patentability analyses.

• Perform freedom-to-operate analyses for emerging technologies.

• Draft responses to USPTO office actions and manage prosecution strategies.

• Provide intellectual property counseling to biotechnology and life sciences clients.

• Conduct IP due diligence for corporate transactions, financings, and strategic investments.

• Support patent litigation teams with technical analysis when needed.

• Participate in post-grant proceedings before the United States Patent and Trademark Office.

• Mentor junior patent agents and attorneys within the practice.

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Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Patent Associate Attorney within a law firm intellectual property practice.

• Ph.D. or M.S. in a life sciences discipline, such as Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry, Immunology, Bioengineering, or related field.

• USPTO registration required as a patent practitioner.

• Experience drafting and prosecuting life sciences patent applications.

• Strong scientific understanding of biotechnology and related research fields.

• Ability to collaborate with scientists, inventors, and business teams.

• Excellent legal writing and technical communication skills.

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Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.

• Ph.D. or M.S. in Cellular & Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, or related field.

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Certifications

• Registered with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

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Skills

• Strong analytical and research capabilities.

• Advanced patent drafting and prosecution skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

• Strong client management and relationship-building skills.

• Leadership ability to mentor junior patent professionals.

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Culture & Firm Appeal

This opportunity is with a well-established intellectual property law firm that focuses on supporting innovative companies across technology, clean technology, and life sciences industries. The firm works with organizations developing transformative technologies and provides legal strategies that help protect and commercialize cutting-edge scientific advancements.

Attorneys benefit from a collaborative and fast-paced environment where legal professionals work closely with inventors, scientists, and technology leaders. The firm emphasizes responsive service, deep technical expertise, and strong client relationships.

Professionals exploring New York legal jobs in intellectual property law will appreciate the firm's strong reputation within the innovation ecosystem and its commitment to supporting groundbreaking technology companies.

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Why This Role Is Unique

• Opportunity to work with biotechnology and life sciences innovators developing breakthrough technologies.

• Exposure to cutting-edge fields including genetics, molecular biology, medtech, and biotechnology.

• Direct involvement in patent portfolio strategy and IP due diligence for corporate transactions.

• Collaborative environment with scientists, inventors, and technology entrepreneurs.

• Clear partner-track position offering long-term career growth.

• Ideal opportunity for attorneys pursuing advanced New York legal jobs in biotechnology patent law.

This position rarely opens at this level and offers the chance to build a specialized practice at the intersection of law, science, and innovation.

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Benefits

• Healthcare and Life Insurance.

• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts.

• Wellbeing programs.

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Call to Action

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BCG Attorney Search will confidentially review your application and will not forward your materials to the firm without first discussing the opportunity with you.

LHH Recruitment Solutions, in partnership with a law firm in New York City is seeking an experienced Family Law Paralegal to join their team.

This position is hybrid - one day remote.

Responsibilities:

• Drafting legal documents and correspondence
• Preparing Statements of Net Worth
• Maintaining files
• Communicating with clients
• Assisting attorneys with mediation and court-related matters
• Providing general legal support

Requirements:

• 5+ years of recent matrimonial/ family law experience
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Compensation

The anticipated salary range for this position is $100,000-$120,000 per year depending on experience.

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Our client a top law firm is seeking an experienced Senior Litigation Docket Clerk in there New York office to support the litigation team during a period of reduced staffing. This temporary role will play a critical part in maintaining accurate litigation calendars and ensuring compliance with court deadlines for both New York State and Federal cases.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage litigation docket calendars for New York State and Federal courts
• Monitor and calculate court deadlines, ensuring timely updates to internal docketing systems
• Review court filings, orders, and notices to identify and record critical deadlines
• Coordinate with attorneys, paralegals, and litigation support staff regarding upcoming deadlines
• Maintain accuracy and consistency across docketing systems and case management records
• Assist with electronic filing (e-filing) processes when needed
• Ensure compliance with court rules and procedural requirements

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of litigation docketing experience
• Proven experience docketing New York State and Federal cases
• Familiarity with docketing software such as eDockets, Milana, and CompuLaw
• E-filing experience is a plus
• Previous experience as a litigation paralegal with docketing responsibilities is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Excellent organizational and communication skills

Robert Half is partnering with a leading global Am Law 100 firm on a large‐scale commercial contract overhaul initiative. We are seeking two senior-level attorneys—one with US complex commercial agreements experience and one with UK commercial contracts experience—to join the project on a full‐time contract basis. This engagement has strong potential for long‐term, ongoing work.

Both roles will support a global contract modernization effort involving the review, drafting, redlining, negotiation, and restructuring of commercial agreements across multiple jurisdictions and business lines.

Open Roles

1. Senior Attorney – US Complex Commercial Agreements

2. Senior Solicitor – UK Commercial Contracts

Contract Details

• Start: April 2026
• Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours/week
• Location: Remote + ability to go onsite in New York City for the first 3-4 weeks.
• If outside commuting distance, flight, hotel, and travel expenses will be covered.
• Duration: Multi‐month engagement with potential for long‐term extension.
• Pay: $75-$125/hour (depending on experience)

Key Responsibilities (for both roles)

• Lead drafting, redlining, and negotiation of complex commercial agreements, including vendor, supplier, SaaS, licensing, data privacy, AI, and technology contracts.
• Review and overhaul existing agreement templates for consistency, accuracy, and risk mitigation.
• Collaborate cross‐functionally with business, legal, and compliance teams across global offices.
• Contribute to the creation and refinement of a global contract playbook, outlining standard terms, fallback positions, and negotiation guidance.
• Support GDPR, data privacy, cybersecurity, and AI‐related contract considerations.
• Ensure international alignment and harmonization of templates, terms, and contract standards.
• Organize and rationalize existing contract libraries across jurisdictions.
• Provide strategic recommendations on contract structure and lifecycle improvements.
• Participate in internal meetings during EST business hours.

Required Experience & Qualifications

For the US Attorney role:

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in at least one US state bar; NY or ability to work as in‐house counsel preferred.
• 7+ years of experience with complex commercial agreements and technology transactions.
• Deep familiarity with SaaS, AI‐related terms, data privacy, and vendor agreements.
• Experience building or contributing to contract playbooks.

For the UK Solicitor role:

• Qualified solicitor in England & Wales.
• 7+ years drafting and negotiating UK and international commercial agreements.
• Experience with GDPR, cross‐border contracting, and technology/vendor agreements.
• Familiarity with aligning UK templates with global or US frameworks is highly valued.

A respected and growing commercial litigation practice is seeking an Associate with two to five years of experience in commercial litigation and business disputes to join its expanding team. Experience in white-collar litigation matters is considered a plus.

This is an opportunity to continue developing as a commercial litigator through meaningful involvement in active business disputes, working in close collaboration with senior partners and others throughout the practice. The Associate will work directly on commercial disputes in state and federal courts, representing closely held businesses, financial services executives, and institutional clients. Responsibilities include drafting pleadings and dispositive motions, managing discovery, preparing witnesses, taking and defending depositions, conducting legal research and analysis, and appearing at court conferences and hearings. The practice is active and provides consistent exposure to motion practice, case strategy, and client interaction.

Strong writing ability, sound judgment, and critical thinking are required for success in this role. Admission to the New York Bar in good standing is required. Compensation includes salary ($195K to $230K+) plus generous bonus and an excellent benefits package. The practice offers a collaborative environment in which Associates can continue to develop their skills and build a strong foundation in commercial litigation.

J. Sheppard Associates represents Lateral Partners, Rising Associates and Top Law Firms

A premier midtown plaintiff law firm specializing in securities class actions seeks a Senior Associate with 7-8 years of experience to join its team handling complex litigation and securities class actions involving cutting edge cases.

The successful candidate will possess exceptional writing and legal research skills, as well as excellent interpersonal and organizational skills. A high degree of accuracy in work product and strong attention to detail are essential.

Candidate must have the ability to:

• Draft motions, complaints, memoranda, and other legal documents
• Conduct legal research and analyze relevant facts and regulations for cases
• Prepare and conduct depositions
• Select, prepare, and coordinate expert witnesses
• Review, summarize, and highlight key evidence gathered from documents and other discovery materials

This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly recognized leader in securities class action litigation at a senior level. The firm offers a collegial work environment along with a competitive compensation and benefits package.

Salary: $200,000-$300,000 commensurate with experience