J.Sheppard Associates ยท 1 day ago
White Collar & Commercial Litigation Associate - Selective Platform
J.Sheppard Associates is a highly regarded mid-sized law firm seeking a Commercial & White-Collar Litigation Associate with 2-to-4 years of experience. The role involves handling complex commercial disputes and white-collar matters, where associates take ownership of significant portions of cases and work closely with partners on litigation strategy.
Responsibilities
Drafting and arguing motions
Managing discovery strategy
Taking and defending depositions
Preparing witnesses
Working directly with partners on case theory
Client counseling
Litigation strategy
Qualification
Required
2-to-4 years of experience in a demanding litigation environment
Exceptional writing and analytical skills
Sound judgment
Ability to manage multiple active matters with urgency and precision
Admission to the New York Bar
Writing sample and law school transcript will be requested as part of the process
Preferred
Experience from Am Law 100 firms, high-performing mid-sized practices, or top litigation boutiques
Desire for broader responsibility, closer partner access, and deeper courtroom exposure
Comfort operating with high expectations and limited hand holding
Interest in daily exposure to live litigation rather than narrow task assignments
Benefits
Lucrative bonus
Comprehensive benefits package