Corporate Attorney Jobs in New York
Corporate Attorney jobs in New York are among the most active and competitive in the country, concentrated in financial services, private equity, mergers and acquisitions, and capital markets, with openings from junior associate through senior counsel and general counsel. The densest hiring is in Manhattan, with secondary markets in White Plains and Long Island City drawing corporate legal talent to regional headquarters. Established employers like JPMorgan Chase, Goldman Sachs, and Citigroup maintain large in-house legal teams in New York, alongside the global law firms that anchor Midtown. The most in-demand specialties are M&A, securities regulation, and commercial contracts. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Bond, Schoeneck & King PLLC, is seeking an experienced attorney to join its sophisticated Bankruptcy & Corporate Restructuring practice group. Bond is an AmLaw 200, full-service law firm of more than 300 attorneys with 14 offices located across New York State, Boston, MA, Kansas City, KS, Naples, FL and Newark, NJ.
Locations Hiring: Albany, Buffalo, Long Island (Melville), New York City, Rochester, and Syracuse, NY.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience in commercial bankruptcy and financial restructuring matters
Admitted to practice in New York state
J.D. degree from an accredited law school
Excellent academic credentials and communication skills
A dedication to client service
Why Join Bond?
Bond’s Business Restructuring, Creditors’ Rights and Bankruptcy practice is comprised of lawyers with diverse and varied backgrounds who possess the necessary skills to represent a broad spectrum of clients in all aspects of restructuring and insolvency matters, including, borrowers and other debtors, secured lenders and other lienholders, vendors and other trade creditors, creditor committees, trustees and other court-appointed fiduciaries. Bond also has demonstrated experience in corporate, not-for-profit, health care, higher education, real estate, insurance, environmental, intellectual property, tax and labor law which allows us to provide clients with full service for all their legal needs.
Attorneys who join Bond will encounter a broad and varied client base, a stimulating and team-oriented environment, potential for growth, a high-tech infrastructure and professional programs to enhance their skills and professional development.
Listen to our podcast, Legally Bond.
Unsolicited candidate submissions from third-party search firms are not authorized at this time. All inquiries will be kept confidential.
Candidates should direct questions to Bond’s Legal Recruiter, Kelly Capozzi, kcapozzi@bsk.com .
The compensation and title for this position will be determined based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience. Attorneys may also be eligible for a performance-based annual bonus.
The anticipated good-faith salary range for candidates hired as an Associate is $144,000 – $246,000.
The anticipated good-faith salary range for candidates hired as Senior Counsel is $150,000 - $300,000.
Candidates hired at the Member level will be compensated in accordance with the Firm’s Member compensation structure, with compensation determined in part by the value and anticipated portability of the candidate's existing book of business, as well as experience, practice needs, and other relevant factors.
Bond, Schoeneck & King PLLC provides all employees and applicants an equal employment opportunity in the manner required by law in all aspects of employment regardless of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status or any other status protected by local, state or federal law.
Bond, Schoeneck & King PLLC, is seeking an experienced attorney to join its sophisticated Bankruptcy & Corporate Restructuring practice group. Bond is an AmLaw 200, full-service law firm of more than 300 attorneys with 14 offices located across New York State, Boston, MA, Kansas City, KS, Naples, FL and Newark, NJ.
Locations Hiring: Albany, Buffalo, Long Island (Melville), New York City, Rochester, and Syracuse, NY.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience in commercial bankruptcy and financial restructuring matters
Admitted to practice in New York state
J.D. degree from an accredited law school
Excellent academic credentials and communication skills
A dedication to client service
Why Join Bond?
Bond’s Business Restructuring, Creditors’ Rights and Bankruptcy practice is comprised of lawyers with diverse and varied backgrounds who possess the necessary skills to represent a broad spectrum of clients in all aspects of restructuring and insolvency matters, including, borrowers and other debtors, secured lenders and other lienholders, vendors and other trade creditors, creditor committees, trustees and other court-appointed fiduciaries. Bond also has demonstrated experience in corporate, not-for-profit, health care, higher education, real estate, insurance, environmental, intellectual property, tax and labor law which allows us to provide clients with full service for all their legal needs.
Attorneys who join Bond will encounter a broad and varied client base, a stimulating and team-oriented environment, potential for growth, a high-tech infrastructure and professional programs to enhance their skills and professional development.
Listen to our podcast, Legally Bond.
Unsolicited candidate submissions from third-party search firms are not authorized at this time. All inquiries will be kept confidential.
Candidates should direct questions to Bond’s Legal Recruiter, Kelly Capozzi, kcapozzi@bsk.com .
The compensation and title for this position will be determined based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience. Attorneys may also be eligible for a performance-based annual bonus.
The anticipated good-faith salary range for candidates hired as an Associate is $144,000 – $246,000.
The anticipated good-faith salary range for candidates hired as Senior Counsel is $150,000 - $300,000.
Candidates hired at the Member level will be compensated in accordance with the Firm’s Member compensation structure, with compensation determined in part by the value and anticipated portability of the candidate's existing book of business, as well as experience, practice needs, and other relevant factors.
Bond, Schoeneck & King PLLC provides all employees and applicants an equal employment opportunity in the manner required by law in all aspects of employment regardless of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status or any other status protected by local, state or federal law.
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- Active New York State Bar admission in good standing required
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school required
- Experience in corporate transactions, M&A, or securities law preferred
- Strong drafting and negotiation skills for complex commercial agreements
- Ability to manage multiple matters under tight deadlines independently
- Familiarity with SEC regulations and public company compliance obligations
Corporate Attorney Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a corporate attorney in New York?
You become a corporate attorney in New York by earning a Juris Doctor from an accredited law school, passing the New York Bar Examination, and gaining admission through the New York State Board of Law Examiners. After admission, most corporate attorneys begin as associates at law firms or in-house legal departments. New York also recognizes admission on motion for attorneys licensed in other jurisdictions who meet its experience requirements, which can shorten the path for laterals.
How much do corporate attorneys make in New York?
Corporate 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 corporate attorneys in New York?
Employers hiring corporate attorneys in New York right now include Dauntless Discovery, Goldman Sachs, and Abrams Fensterman, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. New York's concentration of financial institutions, multinational corporations, and global law firms means in-house and law firm openings appear across a wide range of industries year-round.
Which New York cities have the most corporate attorney jobs?
New York, Albany, and Buffalo have the most corporate attorney openings in New York. Manhattan drives the majority of listings given its density of investment banks, private equity firms, and major law firms, while White Plains and Long Island City draw openings from regional corporate headquarters and financial services subsidiaries that operate outside the central business district.
Are there remote corporate attorney jobs in New York?
Yes, and more than many legal roles. About 100% of corporate attorney openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how much of the work involves document drafting, contract review, and deal negotiation that can be done off-site. Fully remote positions are more common at the mid-level and senior stages, while junior associate roles tend to require regular in-office presence.
How can I get hired as a corporate attorney in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a summer associate position during law school, which major New York law firms like Skadden, Sullivan and Cromwell, and Cleary Gottlieb use as their primary pipeline for first-year associates. New graduates should also target in-house rotational programs at large New York financial institutions, which hire directly from law school for junior counsel roles. Clerking for a New York federal or state court judge adds credibility for candidates without firm experience, and a concentration in business law or securities during law school gives a measurable edge.
Where can I find and apply to corporate attorney jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to corporate attorney jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current New York openings. Find roles that fit your experience and specialty and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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