Commercial Litigation Attorney Job at AJ Chambers US, Mundelein, IL

  • AJ Chambers US
  • Mundelein, IL

Job Description

Job Description

Commercial Litigation Associate | New York | 5+ Years | $220k-$250k + Bonus

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AJ Chambers are delighted to be working with a highly regarded New York law firm seeking an experienced Commercial Litigation Attorney / Commercial Litigation Associate to join its sophisticated litigation practice.

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This is an excellent opportunity for a 5+ year New York litigator with strong experience handling complex commercial disputes. Experience involving real estate litigation, construction litigation or disputes involving real estate and development is particularly valuable.

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The role offers significant responsibility, direct client exposure and the opportunity to work on sophisticated, high-value disputes alongside an established litigation team.

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About the Role

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The successful attorney will handle complex commercial litigation and business disputes, with meaningful exposure to real estate and construction related matters.

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The practice includes:

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  • Complex commercial litigation
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  • Real estate litigation
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  • Real estate disputes
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  • Construction litigation and construction disputes
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  • Contract disputes
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  • Business and partnership disputes
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  • Property related disputes
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  • Development related litigation
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  • Commercial contract litigation
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  • Litigation involving real estate transactions and projects
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  • Arbitration and alternative dispute resolution
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Attorneys will have substantial involvement throughout the litigation lifecycle, from case assessment and discovery through motions, depositions, hearings, settlement and trial.

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Responsibilities

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  • Manage complex commercial litigation matters from inception through resolution
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  • Draft and argue motions and substantive briefs
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  • Take and defend depositions
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  • Manage discovery, including document review, production and e-discovery
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  • Conduct legal research and develop litigation strategy
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  • Prepare witnesses for depositions, hearings, arbitrations and trials
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  • Participate in hearings, trials and evidentiary proceedings
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  • Handle settlement negotiations and alternative dispute resolution
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  • Communicate directly with clients and opposing counsel
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  • Work independently while collaborating closely with partners and other attorneys
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  • Manage multiple matters and competing deadlines
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Must Have

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  • 5+ years of complex commercial litigation experience
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  • Strong experience with complex civil and commercial disputes
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  • Experience drafting and arguing motions
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  • Significant deposition experience
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  • Strong discovery and e-discovery experience
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  • Witness preparation experience
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  • Strong legal research, writing and analytical skills
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  • Strong knowledge of New York civil procedure
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  • Ability to independently manage litigation matters
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  • Strong client-facing and communication skills
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Preferred Experience

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  • Real estate litigation
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  • Construction litigation
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  • Construction disputes
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  • Real estate development disputes
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  • Property and land-related commercial disputes
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  • Contract and business disputes
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  • Trial experience
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  • Evidentiary hearings
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  • Arbitration
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  • Settlement negotiations
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  • Experience with e-discovery platforms
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  • Experience handling matters in New York State and Federal Courts
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Compensation & Benefits

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  • $220,000-$250,000 base salary
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  • Bonus opportunity
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  • Comprehensive benefits package
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  • Professional development and career growth opportunities
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  • Collaborative, team-oriented environment
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Why Consider the Role?

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This is an opportunity to join an established New York real estate focused law firm and work on sophisticated commercial disputes involving significant real estate, construction and business issues.

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The position provides strong partner access, direct client involvement, meaningful responsibility and opportunities to develop both litigation and business development skills within a respected New York practice.

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If you are a commercial litigator with 5+ years of experience and meaningful real estate or construction litigation exposure, apply here with your resume and we will be in touch to discuss this role with you further.

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