Litigation Associate - Hybrid

LITIGATION ASSOCIATE (4–7 YEARS) – NEW YORK, NY

Boutique with Big Law Clients, No Minimum Billables

About the Firm

Our client is a sophisticated boutique litigation firm based in New York founded by former Big Law attorneys who were committed to building something different: a practice delivering high-caliber, client-centric work without sacrificing work/life balance.

The firm represents sophisticated clients in complex matters across:

• Crypto & Digital Asset Law
• Commercial Litigation
• Business Transactions

This is an opportunity to do cutting-edge, high-level work in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment.

The Opportunity

The firm is seeking a Litigation Associate with 4–7 years of experience to join its growing New York office.

This role offers meaningful responsibility, direct client interaction, and hands-on litigation experience in complex matters. The firm does not impose a strict billable hour requirement. Instead, associates work toward a reasonable target of 1,500 hours annually, reinforcing the firm’s commitment to balance and sustainability.

Compensation is competitive and negotiable based on experience, with the opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses tied to individual contributions and overall firm profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle all phases of litigation, including drafting pleadings
• Conduct discovery and manage document review
• Take and defend depositions
• Draft and argue motions
• Appear in court
• Collaborate with partners on complex, high-stakes matters
• Ensure compliance with case deadlines and reporting obligations

Qualifications

• J.D. from a Tier 1 law school
• 4–7 years of experience handling sophisticated litigation matters
• AmLaw 100 firm experience preferred
• Active and in good standing with the New York State Bar
• Excellent legal writing, analytical, and courtroom skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines

Application Requirements:

Candidates must submit law school transcripts and a writing sample in order to be considered.

If you are looking to maintain a high level of practice while working in an environment that values both excellence and balance, please apply.

About Zerega Consulting

Zerega Consulting is a woman-owned and managed legal recruiting and consulting company. Founded in 2003, their boutique search firm caters to attorneys at all levels from managing partners to associates throughout the United States.