Harris Beach Murtha
Associate - Business Litigation
Harris Beach Murtha seeks a senior associate or senior counsel level attorney to work with the collaborative business litigation team.
Location Open to the following Harris Beach Murtha offices for a hybrid remote opportunity: Albany, Buffalo, Ithaca, New York City, Rochester, Syracuse, Uniondale, White Plains, NY.
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
Salary Albany, Buffalo, Ithaca, Rochester, Syracuse: $138,000 - $175,000
Uniondale & White Plains: $148,000 - 175,000
New York City: $159,000 - 175,000
Application Note 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.
EEO Statement 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.
About Harris Beach Murtha Harris Beach Murtha formed in 2025 via the combination of Harris Beach PLLC and Murtha Cullina LLP. A forward‑thinking and innovative partnership with more than 250 years of combined history, Harris Beach Murtha’s New York roots reach back to 1856. The firm offers legal services in numerous practice areas, serving Fortune 100 corporations and other clients across the United States.
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Location Open to the following Harris Beach Murtha offices for a hybrid remote opportunity: Albany, Buffalo, Ithaca, New York City, Rochester, Syracuse, Uniondale, White Plains, NY.
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
Salary Albany, Buffalo, Ithaca, Rochester, Syracuse: $138,000 - $175,000
Uniondale & White Plains: $148,000 - 175,000
New York City: $159,000 - 175,000
Application Note 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.
EEO Statement 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.
About Harris Beach Murtha Harris Beach Murtha formed in 2025 via the combination of Harris Beach PLLC and Murtha Cullina LLP. A forward‑thinking and innovative partnership with more than 250 years of combined history, Harris Beach Murtha’s New York roots reach back to 1856. The firm offers legal services in numerous practice areas, serving Fortune 100 corporations and other clients across the United States.
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