Harris Beach Murtha
Associate Attorney - Business Litigation (NY)
Harris Beach Murtha, White Plains, New York, United States
Overview
Harris Beach Murtha seeks a senior associate or senior counsel level attorney to work with the collaborative business litigation team. Location
Location: Open to the following Harris Beach Murtha offices for a hybrid remote opportunity: Albany, Buffalo, Ithaca, Rochester, Syracuse, Uniondale, White Plains, NY Description
Harris Beach Murtha formed in 2025 via the combination of Harris Beach PLLC and Murtha Cullina LLP. The firm has a long history and a global reach. The firm’s lawyers and consultants practice from offices across New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey and Washington, D.C. The firm serves a diverse client base including Fortune 100 corporations, privately held companies, emerging businesses, public sector entities, tax-exempt organizations and individuals. Responsibilities
Represent our clients in courtroom and mediation/arbitration proceedings Take and defend depositions Research various factual and legal issues and collaborate with senior attorneys about strategies Draft memoranda, pleadings, discovery demands and responses, motions, briefs, etc. Examination of records and transactions underlying business disputes and investigations as to potential client claims Commitment to working in a variety of commercial litigation practice areas Collaborate with colleagues across departments to provide comprehensive legal support to our clients The firm requires a minimum of 1800 billable hours annually Qualifications
5+ years’ experience in litigation required Experience in complex commercial litigation and/or bankruptcy preferred Admission to New York bar required Admission to Connecticut and/or Massachusetts bar preferred Federal or state judicial clerkship experience preferred Must have Juris Doctorate degree with an ABA accredited law school and be an active member in good standing of the bar Must have excellent research and writing skills Must be able to effectively communicate orally and in writing Must be able to function effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment Demonstrated high level organizational skills for prioritizing workload Demonstrated ability to absorb, process and understand new information rapidly Maintains high standards of performance Exhibits conscientiousness, dedication, self-discipline, and a sense of responsibility Must have a professional, cooperative, positive and flexible attitude Ability to work with diverse personalities within various levels of the organization Military experience welcome Compensation
Salary information below will vary depending upon relevant experience for the position and geographic locations. Albany, Buffalo, Ithaca, Rochester, Syracuse: $130,000 - $175,000 Uniondale & White Plains: $140,000 - 175,000 Agency and Equal Employment Opportunity
Harris Beach Murtha is not accepting candidate submissions from recruiting agencies for this position during the first two weeks after posting. Following this period, agencies with an active fee agreement with the firm may reach out to our internal recruitment team at resumes@harrisbeachmurtha.com to inquire about potential collaboration for this position. Harris Beach Murtha is committed to an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from diverse candidates with varied background and skills, including military experience. Harris Beach Murtha Cullina PLLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The firm’s policy prohibiting unlawful discrimination applies to all aspects of employment and harassment or discrimination of any kind based on protected status is strictly prohibited. Harris Beach Murtha complies with applicable non-discrimination provisions including non-discrimination on the basis of prior criminal conviction and prior arrest. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Legal Industries Law Practice
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Harris Beach Murtha seeks a senior associate or senior counsel level attorney to work with the collaborative business litigation team. Location
Location: Open to the following Harris Beach Murtha offices for a hybrid remote opportunity: Albany, Buffalo, Ithaca, Rochester, Syracuse, Uniondale, White Plains, NY Description
Harris Beach Murtha formed in 2025 via the combination of Harris Beach PLLC and Murtha Cullina LLP. The firm has a long history and a global reach. The firm’s lawyers and consultants practice from offices across New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey and Washington, D.C. The firm serves a diverse client base including Fortune 100 corporations, privately held companies, emerging businesses, public sector entities, tax-exempt organizations and individuals. Responsibilities
Represent our clients in courtroom and mediation/arbitration proceedings Take and defend depositions Research various factual and legal issues and collaborate with senior attorneys about strategies Draft memoranda, pleadings, discovery demands and responses, motions, briefs, etc. Examination of records and transactions underlying business disputes and investigations as to potential client claims Commitment to working in a variety of commercial litigation practice areas Collaborate with colleagues across departments to provide comprehensive legal support to our clients The firm requires a minimum of 1800 billable hours annually Qualifications
5+ years’ experience in litigation required Experience in complex commercial litigation and/or bankruptcy preferred Admission to New York bar required Admission to Connecticut and/or Massachusetts bar preferred Federal or state judicial clerkship experience preferred Must have Juris Doctorate degree with an ABA accredited law school and be an active member in good standing of the bar Must have excellent research and writing skills Must be able to effectively communicate orally and in writing Must be able to function effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment Demonstrated high level organizational skills for prioritizing workload Demonstrated ability to absorb, process and understand new information rapidly Maintains high standards of performance Exhibits conscientiousness, dedication, self-discipline, and a sense of responsibility Must have a professional, cooperative, positive and flexible attitude Ability to work with diverse personalities within various levels of the organization Military experience welcome Compensation
Salary information below will vary depending upon relevant experience for the position and geographic locations. Albany, Buffalo, Ithaca, Rochester, Syracuse: $130,000 - $175,000 Uniondale & White Plains: $140,000 - 175,000 Agency and Equal Employment Opportunity
Harris Beach Murtha is not accepting candidate submissions from recruiting agencies for this position during the first two weeks after posting. Following this period, agencies with an active fee agreement with the firm may reach out to our internal recruitment team at resumes@harrisbeachmurtha.com to inquire about potential collaboration for this position. Harris Beach Murtha is committed to an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from diverse candidates with varied background and skills, including military experience. Harris Beach Murtha Cullina PLLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The firm’s policy prohibiting unlawful discrimination applies to all aspects of employment and harassment or discrimination of any kind based on protected status is strictly prohibited. Harris Beach Murtha complies with applicable non-discrimination provisions including non-discrimination on the basis of prior criminal conviction and prior arrest. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Legal Industries Law Practice
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