Legal Jobs in New York

Premier NYC Real Estate Group Seeking Experienced Leasing Attorney

We are working directly with a top-tier New York City real estate group to identify a seasoned leasing attorney for their team.

Ideal candidates will have:

• At least six (6) years of experience at a reputable law firm
• Strong background in commercial leasing, including retail, office, and industrial transactions in NYC and nationwide
• NY Bar admission and relevant experience

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a midsize firm and work with highly sophisticated clients on both the landlord and tenant side.

All inquiries are strictly confidential. Qualified candidates will be contacted by a recruiter to discuss full details.

Our client, a leading construction and design practice, is seeking an experienced Construction Associate to join its active and well established group. This role centers on the drafting and negotiation of construction agreements supporting active development projects for owners, developers, contractors, and design professionals. The associate will work directly with the group co-chairs and other lawyers across matters and will play a central role in drafting agreements and negotiating project contracts with clients and counterparties.

The group advises on commercial, residential, and mixed use developments. The associate will take primary responsibility for drafting and negotiating access agreements, development agreements, AIA documents, design-build agreements, site logistics agreements, and other project-specific construction contracts governing active projects. The work focuses on structuring projects at the outset and negotiating agreements that allocate risk and guide projects through development and completion.

For a senior associate who wants to continue doing serious work while building long term credibility within a respected construction practice, this role represents a strong professional opportunity. Compensation includes salary ($255K to $275K) plus generous hours based bonus and an excellent, comprehensive benefits package.

Candidates should have 6 or more years of substantive construction transactional experience within a boutique, mid-size, or large firm environment, with significant hands-on drafting and negotiation experience involving construction and development agreements. Strong writing ability, sound judgment, and the ability to engage directly with clients are essential. Admission in good standing in New York is required.

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

-        At least a BS in Mechanical, Electrical or Computer Science

-        Registration to practice before the USPTO

-        3+ years of experience with the preparation and prosecution of patent applications, including reviewing search results and providing opinions on patentability, responding to office actions and filing appeals;

-        3+ years of patent litigation experience including direct experience with the following:

            drafting and responding to pleadings;

                    preparing infringement and invalidity claim charts/contentions;

                    conducting depositions

                    Markman/claim construction proceedings;

                    expert discovery and working with expert witnesses/reports

                    managing complex discovery requests;

-        Excellent oral, written, and analytical skills;

-        Strong prioritization skills, attention to detail, and timeliness in responding to requests and clients.

-        The following would be a plus, but not necessary:

                    ITC experience;

                    IPR experience;

                Appeals before the Federal Circuit; 

Labor & Employment Associate Attorney

Prestigious Manhattan law firm with a large L&E practice group is looking to add a junior to mid-level employment attorney to their growing practice.

The right candidate has 2-5+ years’ law firm experience with a mix of management-side litigation and counseling experience, including court appearances, mediations, arbitrations, drafting employee handbooks, etc.

Prior traditional labor experience representing management vs.

unions is a plus, but not necessary.

Firm offers good client contact, hands-on work, mentoring by senior partners and a solid path to upward mobility.

Hybrid work schedule, salary in the $150K-$250K+ range.

Please send resume for immediate consideration.

LHH is assisting a sophisticated law firm in NYC in its search for a Trademark Associate. An ideal candidate for this position will have at least 3-5 years of experience with U.S. trademark clearance, counseling, and prosecution. Copyright prosecution experience is a plus but not required. The firm offers competitive salaries, good work/life balance and a hybrid work schedule.

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of trademark clearance, prosecution and counseling experience

• JD from an accredited law school

• Admitted to the NY bar

For immediate consideration, please email your resume to

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Job Title: Attorney (Barred in Federal Court) – Emergency Deportation Defense Litigation

Location: NYC

Type: Contract (Duration is ongoing)

Practice Area: Civil Rights / Habeas Corpus / Detention Defense / Deportation Defense

Compensation: Around $100/hour

Hours: Ranges from PT to FT

About the Role:

On Call Counsel is urgently seeking a NY licensed attorney barred in Federal Court to represent individuals who are being forcibly transferred and detained in out-of-state detention centers. The work centers around filing emergency habeas corpus petitions to secure their return, and this role also involves deportation defense litigation. These are often time-sensitive, high-stakes cases requiring swift, trauma-informed, and legally rigorous advocacy.

This is deeply meaningful and emotionally demanding work. Applicants should be prepared to work with clients who are in crisis and facing devastating consequences.

Key Responsibilities:

• File and litigate habeas corpus petitions on behalf of clients detained out of state.
• Conduct emergency legal research and draft filings under tight deadlines.
• Interview and counsel clients and their families with sensitivity to trauma and crisis.
• Coordinate with local counsel, public defenders, and advocacy groups to gather affidavits, declarations, and other supporting documentation.
• Appear in court as needed
• Maintain detailed records of all case activity and communications.

Qualifications:

• Must be admitted to practice and in good standing in New York, and one of the Federal Districts.
• Litigation experience required; experience with habeas, deportation defense, criminal defense, or emergency civil rights litigation strongly preferred.
• Background in public defense, impact litigation, or other client-centered advocacy is a strong plus.
• Must have strong writing skills, ability to work quickly and independently, and emotional resilience.
• Must be able to communicate clearly with clients and their families in high-stress situations.
• Commitment to justice and belief in the rights and dignity of detained individuals is essential.

What to Expect: This is difficult and emotionally intense work. You will be on the front lines of defending people from being disappeared into the detention system and/or deported. The ideal candidate is legally sharp, deeply empathetic, and unafraid to challenge systemic injustice.

Applicants can send their resumes to Chelsea Johnson at

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Legal Administrative Assistant to support attorneys in our New York office. This role is ideal for a legal support professional with solid law firm experience who is comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative and clerical support to attorneys and legal teams
• Prepare, edit, and format legal documents and correspondence
• Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate logistics
• Handle filing, document management, and records maintenance
• Assist with time entry, billing support, and expense processing as needed
• Communicate professionally with internal teams and external contacts
• Support general office and administrative tasks as required

Qualifications:

• 1-2 years of Legal Administrative Assistant experience in a law firm environment
• Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal document formatting
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Professional demeanor and strong communication skills

The Phoenix Group Advisors is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. We strive to attract talented individuals from all backgrounds and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.

Experience Level: 2 to 8 years of relevant experience

Office Location: Albany, NY

Work Schedule: This role has hybrid flexibility, with weekly in-office and remote work based on business need

Salary: $120,000-$162,500

Bonus: This role is eligible for a bonus up to 50% of salary

Whiteman Osterman & Hanna LLP is seeking an associate with 2-8 years of commercial and business litigation experience to join its diverse litigation practice. In the area of commercial and business litigation, our practice includes contract and business disputes, enforcing and protecting shareholder rights, real estate-related litigation, and creditors’ rights and bankruptcy litigation, among many other matters.

Successful candidates will have 2-8 years of law firm experience in a litigation-based practice, or a combination of applicable law firm and judicial clerkship experience. A bachelor’s degree, J.D. and bar admittance in New York are required.

The ideal candidate will have strong writing and analytical skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage cases effectively, working with partners and senior associates within a mentoring and collaborative team environment.

Key responsibilities include working with team members and clients to develop litigation strategies, assisting with and managing cases throughout the litigation process, including drafting pleadings, motions and appellate briefs, managing all phases of discovery including e-discovery and depositions, court appearances and trials.

This is an exceptional opportunity to work with one of Upstate New York’s pre-eminent law firms in a sophisticated, growing and diverse practice.

Application Materials

• Cover letter (preferred, but not required)

• Resume

• Law School Transcript

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. Please contact with any questions.

Whiteman Osterman & Hanna LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals, and in which employment decisions are merit-based and made without discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, gender or sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, pregnancy, protected activity, veteran status, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Our client, a leading AmLaw firm with offices across the US, are looking to grow their litigation team in New York City with a number of strategic hires. This position is ideal for a motivated attorney with substantial defense litigation experience who is eager to build a long term career with a collaborative and high performing team.

Responsibilities

• Independently handle all phases of complex civil litigation, with an emphasis on NYS Labor Law construction matters, general liability and auto/transportation liability.
• Regularly conduct & defend depositions, handle court appearances, and motion practice. Effectively prepare and examine witnesses, ensuring thorough case preparation and strong representation of clients.
• Collaborate with attorneys, team members, and seasoned Partners on high-impact legal projects, contributing to a collaborative, results-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Civil or commercial litigation experience, ideally with any of NYS Labor Law construction matters, general liability and auto/transportation liability.
• Understanding of NY Labor Law §§200, 240, 241 and experience with OSHA proceedings are a plus.
• Juris Doctorate from ABA-accredited law school.
• Must be admitted in New York.
• Proficiency in managing complex litigation from inception to trial, including preparation of pleadings and briefs, managing discovery and depositions, and conducting legal research, analysis, and writing.

Benefits

• 401k match and generous PTO plan.
• Competitive Compensation.
• Clear pathway for career advancement.
• A collaborative, diverse and inclusive workplace.

If you are interested in this position, and you meet the requirements of the role, please click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Alternatively, if you would like to discuss this opportunity further, please contact Thomas Lythgow for a confidential discussion.

Our advertisements use salary and experience as a guide only. Interlink Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer.

*Please Note: Due to the high volume of applications we are currently receiving we are unable to contact applicants who have been unsuccessful.

Tax Attorney-Corporate

High-end Manhattan boutique law firm with a diverse corporate tax practice is seeking an associate or counsel for a permanent position.

Firm has a vibrant practice advising a diverse clientele of high-net-worth U.S.

and foreign individuals and their business enterprises and charities.

The right candidate has 2+ years’ experience in Biglaw or top midsized firm, including experience with IRS controversies, transactional and cross border experience; NY Bar required; Tax LLM is a strong plus.

Salary in the $150K-$250K range, not including bonus.

Please send resume for immediate consideration.

Trademark and Copyright Litigation Associate

Our client is a major Am law 100 firm, seeking an associate for its Trademark & Copyright team in Los Angeles, Menlo Park, San Francisco, Seattle, Washington, D.C., Chicago, Atlanta, or New York. The salary for this position is between $285k to $325k.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of trademark and copyright litigation experience, including all aspects of district court litigation.
• Experience in drafting and responding to discovery, document review management, legal research, motion drafting, preparation for depositions, and pre-trial preparation.
• Experience with pre-litigation investigations, settlement negotiations, enforcement, and contested TTAB matters is also a plus.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Excellent writing and interpersonal skills.
• All candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.

About Us

Marina Sirras & Associates LLC is a boutique legal recruiting firm committed to connecting exceptional legal talent with top-tier law firms and in-house legal departments nationwide. With decades of experience and a personalized, relationship-driven approach, we take pride in understanding the unique needs of both our clients and candidates.

We are a proud member of the National Association of Legal Search Consultants (NALSC) and strictly adhere to the NALSC Code of Ethics. Marina Sirras, our founder, is a former President and Chairperson of the organization, reflecting our longstanding commitment to integrity and professionalism in legal recruiting.

To learn more about our team and services, please visit us at

We are partnered with a New York City based law firm seeking an attorney to join their Healthcare Litigation team.

Opportunity to work alongside Partners and gain meaningful experience.

Responsibilities include drafting motions and pleadings, discovery, depositions and Court Appearances.

Firm offers a comprehensive benefits package. Must be admitted to practice in New York State.

Base salary 90-110K plus bonus opportunities

Our client, a prestigious Vault 10 firm, is interested in hiring top-notch litigation associates in for its nationally renowned disputes practice in New York. Ideal candidates will have outstanding academic credentials and 2-6 years of complex commercial litigation experience, preferably from a large law firm or an elite litigation boutique.

Litigators with federal clerkship experience are strongly encouraged to apply.

Note: This firm is interested in local attorneys and attorneys open to relocating to the New York City area.

This role offers top-market compensation and the opportunity to work on some of the country’s highest-profile litigation matters.

For immediate consideration, please apply through this posting and email your resume and law school transcript to Marion Wilson at

Lateral Link is assisting a boutique firm with a new unposted opportunity.

This mission-driven real estate practice that stands out in a few ways:

• The firm exclusively focuses transactional real estate, with an emphasis on affordable housing transactions, handling some of the most sophisticated and impactful deals in the city.
• The comp is competitive.
• The team is highly collaborative and offers the kind of mentorship that’s often hard to find in big law.
• There’s a clear path for advancement, with real opportunities to grow and build a long-term career within the practice.

This is an especially compelling option if you’re looking to leverage your big law training while transitioning into mission-driven work with a positive community impact.

This powerhouse firm offers plenty of work to go around, no billable hours requirement and a financially sound platform (even when there have been historic dips in the market).

The firm is willing to be flexible on work from home arrangements for the right candidate.

For immediate consideration, please apply through this posting or email your resume to

Lexitas Legal has an Amlaw 100 firm seeking a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, as a Complex Litigation Associate Attorney position in their East Meadow, Long Island Office.

This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement.

The Position

The Litigation Associate Attorney will join a team of exceptional professionals in a collaborative environment. This role is ideal for a litigator who is ready to deepen their expertise in litigation while working with a leading defense firm that handles complex, high-profile cases nationwide.

Responsibilities

• Proactively handle a litigation caseload from beginning to end, under the supervision and guidance of senior attorney
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, and other legal documents
• Attend court hearings, depositions, trials and mediations
• Draft case analysis reports to clients with an eye towards developing proactive resolution strategies
• Negotiate settlements and agreements on behalf of clients, demonstrating strong advocacy and negotiation skills
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues, contributing to a cohesive and supportive team environment

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• Admitted to practice in the State of New York
• 3+ years of litigation experience
• Product liability, toxic torts, or complex tort defense, preferred
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Legal project management experience is helpful

Base is $135K-$190K+ DOE plus bonus!

Lexitas prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.

EOE Employer/Vet/Disabled

Please email resumes to

Our client, a well-regarded regional defense firm, is seeking a General Liability Trial Attorney to join their Westchester, NY team. The ideal candidate will have 10+ of general liability or construction litigation experience. Candidates should have 1st or 2nd chair jury trial defense experience. Team lead experience is preferred, not required.

Competitive base salary 170k to 190k, bonus and benefits.

This is a hybrid remote position, 2/3 days in office, 2/3 days remote per week.

Candidates must be admitted to practice in NY.

Resumes may be sent to

Senior Condominium / Cooperative Attorney – Governance & Board Counsel

New York, NY · Hybrid

A well-established NYC real estate boutique is adding a senior condominium / cooperative attorney to serve as trusted outside counsel to a sophisticated portfolio of long-tenured boards.

This is a leadership-level role for an attorney who already advises boards and wants to operate within a deep, stable platform with consistent client demand and meaningful influence in governance strategy.

Attorneys in this group typically manage established board relationships rather than building a practice from scratch.

Compensation is typically in the $250K–$310K range, depending on experience, with bonus opportunity and origination credit. Billable expectations are consistent with a sustainable senior practice focused on long-term board relationships rather than high-volume transaction work.

The position offers direct boardroom exposure, strong internal support, and long-term growth within a highly regarded condo/co-op practice.

This search is actively moving toward initial conversations.

A leading Am Law 100 firm seeks a highly motivated Business Litigation Associate or Counsel to join its dynamic commercial litigation practice. The ideal candidate will have broad litigation experience and exposure to complex business disputes, with the ability to manage cases independently and work collaboratively in a team‑driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle all phases of litigation, including pleadings, motions, written discovery, depositions, expert work, and trial preparation.
• Draft and argue motions in state and federal court.
• Conduct complex legal research and provide strategic analysis on a wide range of business disputes.
• Prepare case evaluations, risk assessments, and client-facing reports.
• Work closely with partners, clients, and internal teams on litigation strategy and case development.
• Manage multiple matters simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment.

Desired Background

Candidates should have experience in one or more of the following areas (not required to have all):

• Securities litigation
• Trade secret misappropriation
• Intellectual property disputes (copyright, trademark, or related commercial IP litigation)
• Internal corporate investigations
• Contract and business tort matters
• Corporate governance or shareholder litigation

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Membership in the state bar of the office location (or ability to become admitted promptly).
• 3+ years of litigation experience at a law firm of similar caliber.
• Excellent writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Strong organizational abilities with the capacity to manage multiple priorities.
• Commitment to high‑quality work, client service, and collaborative teamwork.

About the Firm

Our Client is a well-established, highly respected law firm known for its collaborative culture, sophisticated legal work, and commitment to professional growth. With a strong presence throughout New York, the firm offers attorneys the opportunity to handle meaningful, high-stakes matters while maintaining flexibility and a supportive work-life balance.

The Opportunity

Our Client is seeking a Medical Malpractice Attorney to join its premier defense practice in White Plains, NY. This is a hybrid role, offering a blend of in-office collaboration and remote flexibility. The ideal candidate is a sharp litigator with a deep understanding of medical legal issues, passionate about defense advocacy, and dedicated to delivering high-quality results in a team-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of medical malpractice and professional liability matters from inception through resolution.
• Conduct and defend depositions of parties, non-parties, and expert witnesses.
• Draft complex pleadings, substantive motions, and appellate briefs.
• Represent clients in court for preliminary conferences, oral arguments, and trial proceedings.
• Analyze medical records and consult with expert witnesses to develop defense strategies.
• Collaborate with partners and trial teams on high-exposure litigation and settlement negotiations.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active member in good standing with the New York State Bar.
• 2–7+ years of experience in medical malpractice or complex insurance defense litigation.
• Exceptional skills in legal research, writing, and oral advocacy.
• Ability to translate complex medical data into persuasive legal arguments.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage discovery deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Salary and Other Compensation

The annual salary for this position is between [$140,000 – $210,000 annually]. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: [medical insurance] [dental insurance] [vision insurance] [401(k) retirement plan] [life insurance] [long-term disability insurance] [short-term disability insurance] [2 to 3 weeks of paid time off].

Our top-5 Texas law firm client is seeking an Employment & Labor Associate with 3–7 years of experience (classes of 2019–2023) to join its growing practice in Austin, Dallas, Houston, or New York. The ideal candidate will have experience advising clients on a broad range of employment matters, including employment-related aspects of corporate transactions, drafting employment, separation, and restrictive covenant agreements, and providing day-to-day counseling on workplace issues. Experience with labor & employment litigation and M&A-related diligence is preferred. Strong academic credentials and prior large law firm experience are required.

The annual base salary ranges from $260,000 to $420,000, depending on factors including year classification, graduation year, skills, and overall experience.

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