Associate Attorney Jobs in New York
Associate attorney jobs in New York represent one of the most active and competitive legal markets in the country, with strong demand from BigLaw firms, corporate legal departments, and public interest organizations at every level from first-year associates through senior counsel. Most hiring is concentrated in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and White Plains, where firms like Sullivan and Cromwell, Skadden Arps, and Cleary Gottlieb maintain flagship offices. Litigation, corporate transactional work, and real estate are consistently the highest-demand practice areas for associates in New York. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Mandarich Law Group, LLP is a Creditor's Right law firm located in Williamsville, New York. We are seeking an Associate Attorney with 1-3 years experience to join our growing firm.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As an associate attorney you will be immediately immersed in our litigation process from suit initiation up through and including judgment. You will be responsible for your own workload and maintaining case files currently in progress. Furthermore, you are responsible for negotiating with defendants and attorneys via phone, e-mail, and regular mail to settle contested cases. You will also draft and file motions as well as responses to motions from defendants and participate in the discovery process where applicable.
What You'll Do:
- Draft and review Summons and Complaints, Judgments, Settlement Agreements, Discovery and other related documentation
- Litigation Motions and Responses - Associate may be required to draft, review, and file any necessary motions during the course of litigation
- Communications with Attorneys, Employers, and Consumers - Associate is required to communicate with consumers, consumer's employers, and consumer's attorneys as necessary to resolve accounts/suits
- Court Coverage Placements - Associate is required to review and appropriately request coverage where necessary for all court calls where an Associate will not appear including the attachment of all necessary documents for the attorney's appearance as well as any orders necessary for the requested coverage results
- Review Lawsuits - Associate is required to review all new and ongoing legal pleadings and documents to ensure accuracy for filing with respective courts
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Licensed in the State of New York to practice law.
- Multi-tasking and strong verbal and written communication skills are mandatory for a high volume case load
- Microsoft Office
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Competitive Hourly Salary
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage; 401K plan with company match
- Company paid Life Insurance
- Short and Long Term Disability
- PTO, Float holiday
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Bar Dues
This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. While this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, the company reserves the right to revise the functions and duties of the job or to require that additional or different tasks be performed when circumstance changes (i.e., emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs, or technological developments).
INTRODUCTION
Mandarich Law Group, LLP is a Creditor's Right law firm located in Williamsville, New York. We are seeking an Associate Attorney with 1-3 years experience to join our growing firm.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As an associate attorney you will be immediately immersed in our litigation process from suit initiation up through and including judgment. You will be responsible for your own workload and maintaining case files currently in progress. Furthermore, you are responsible for negotiating with defendants and attorneys via phone, e-mail, and regular mail to settle contested cases. You will also draft and file motions as well as responses to motions from defendants and participate in the discovery process where applicable.
What You'll Do:
- Draft and review Summons and Complaints, Judgments, Settlement Agreements, Discovery and other related documentation
- Litigation Motions and Responses - Associate may be required to draft, review, and file any necessary motions during the course of litigation
- Communications with Attorneys, Employers, and Consumers - Associate is required to communicate with consumers, consumer's employers, and consumer's attorneys as necessary to resolve accounts/suits
- Court Coverage Placements - Associate is required to review and appropriately request coverage where necessary for all court calls where an Associate will not appear including the attachment of all necessary documents for the attorney's appearance as well as any orders necessary for the requested coverage results
- Review Lawsuits - Associate is required to review all new and ongoing legal pleadings and documents to ensure accuracy for filing with respective courts
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Licensed in the State of New York to practice law.
- Multi-tasking and strong verbal and written communication skills are mandatory for a high volume case load
- Microsoft Office
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Competitive Hourly Salary
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage; 401K plan with company match
- Company paid Life Insurance
- Short and Long Term Disability
- PTO, Float holiday
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Bar Dues
This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. While this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, the company reserves the right to revise the functions and duties of the job or to require that additional or different tasks be performed when circumstance changes (i.e., emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs, or technological developments).
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Associate Attorney Job Market in New York
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Who's Hiring
- Morrison Foerster6
- American Civil Liberties Union3
- Gerber Ciano Kelly Brady LLP2
- Liberty Mutual Insurance2
- Pivotal Finance2
Top Industries Hiring
- Law & Legal Services18
- Consulting & Professional Services6
- Investment & Asset Management6
- Insurance5
- Accounting & Auditing2
What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in associate attorney jobs across New York.
- Active admission to the New York State Bar or eligibility to waive in
- Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school required
- One to three years of associate-level experience at a law firm or in-house
- Strong legal research and writing skills demonstrated through work samples or writing assignments
- Experience with litigation support, discovery, or contract drafting in a primary practice area
- Familiarity with New York court procedures, local rules, or state-specific regulatory frameworks
Associate Attorney Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a associate attorney in New York?
To practice as an associate attorney in New York, you must earn a Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school and pass the New York State Bar Examination, administered by the New York State Board of Law Examiners. After passing, you apply for admission through the Appellate Division of the New York Supreme Court in the department where you reside or work. Attorneys licensed in other states may qualify to waive into New York under reciprocity rules without retaking the bar.
How much do associate attorneys make in New York?
Associate attorneys in New York earn a median of about $207,860 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $85,200 for the lowest 10% to over $391,420 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire associate attorneys in New York?
Employers hiring associate attorneys in New York right now include Morrison Foerster, American Civil Liberties Union, and Gerber Ciano Kelly Brady LLP, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. New York's concentration of global law firms, financial institutions with large in-house legal teams, and state and city government agencies makes it one of the broadest hiring markets for associates across all practice areas.
Which New York cities have the most associate attorney jobs?
New York, Buffalo, and Melville have the most associate attorney openings in New York. Manhattan drives the majority of demand given its density of BigLaw firms and Fortune 500 corporate legal departments, while Brooklyn's growing tech and media sectors have added in-house roles, and White Plains serves as a hub for suburban corporate offices and regional firms in Westchester County.
Are there remote associate attorney jobs in New York?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields, since associate attorney work often involves court appearances, client meetings, and in-person collaboration. About 36% of associate attorney openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, with hybrid arrangements more prevalent than fully remote. Transactional, contract review, and legal research roles tend to offer the most flexibility.
How can I get hired as a associate attorney in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a summer associate program at a law firm, which frequently converts to a full-time first-year associate offer upon graduation and bar passage. Large New York firms including those in the AmLaw 100 run structured entry programs specifically for new law graduates. Judicial clerkships with New York state or federal courts are also a strong credential that opens doors at both firms and government agencies. Public Defender and District Attorney offices across New York's five boroughs regularly hire new attorneys without prior practice experience.
Where can I find and apply to associate attorney jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to associate attorney jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the available roles, find ones that match your practice area and experience level, and apply directly to the positions that fit.
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