Senior Level Litigation Attorney Jobs
Senior level litigation attorney jobs put seasoned advocates in charge of complex case strategy, courtroom leadership, and the junior attorneys who support them. Openings are concentrated across on-site, remote, and hybrid settings in Technology & Software, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Law & Legal Services, with employers like Epic, Jobot, and Rivkin Radler LLP hiring at this level now.
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At Rivkin Radler, we are always looking for professionals who share our passion for the law and commitment to total client satisfaction. Rivkin Radler has approximately 250 lawyers, with offices in Albany, N.Y.; Hackensack, N.J.; Jacksonville, F.L.; New York City; Poughkeepsie, N.Y.; and Uniondale, N.Y. The firm actively encourages equal opportunity through mentoring, training, professional development, and public service programs.
The firm offers competitive salaries in addition to a comprehensive benefits plan which includes medical and dental insurance, group term life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, long-term disability insurance, optional term life insurance, flexible spending accounts, Aflac, 401(k), paid time off, referral bonuses and paid holidays.
Rivkin Radler LLP is seeking an attorney with a minimum of 7 years of real estate/commercial litigation experience to join our firm (location is flexible – Uniondale or NYC). Join our dynamic team where high velocity and exceptional standards are the norm. Because we strive for excellence, occasional late nights and weekends may be necessary to meet our clients’ needs and uphold the standard of care expected by both our clients and the Firm. If you thrive in a fast paced environment and are committed to delivering top-notch service, we invite you to apply.
This position offers a significant opportunity for direct client interaction and trials with a growing, diverse client base of well-known NYC landlords and developers.
Responsibilities:
- Drafting motions for summary judgment and motions to compel
- Appearing daily in Landlord-Tenant court to argue motions and try cases
- Experience handling NYC based Landlord-Tenant court appearances and preparing predicate notices, including rent demands, termination notices, notices to cure, non-payment and holdover petitions.
- Experience drafting pleadings in plenary actions for breach of contract/lease/guaranty.
- Experience drafting lease modifications, surrender agreements and other related landlord-tenant agreements.
- Experience providing day to day legal advice and counsel to real estate operators of various asset classes with particular focus on NYC region and general focus throughout the US
- Landlord/Tenant trial experience a plus.
- NYC based real estate experience preferred (residential and commercial).
- Must be comfortable with managing and timely responding to an intense and significant amount of internal and external email traffic, daily.
- Commercial/construction litigation experience a plus.
- Annualized salary range: $175,000 - $275,000
- Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law
Hybrid Hours - Minimum 3 days a week in office, 2 days a week remotely.
Rivkin Radler LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
To find out how you can join our talented team, email recruiting@rivkin.com.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
At Rivkin Radler, we are always looking for professionals who share our passion for the law and commitment to total client satisfaction. Rivkin Radler has approximately 250 lawyers, with offices in Albany, N.Y.; Hackensack, N.J.; Jacksonville, F.L.; New York City; Poughkeepsie, N.Y.; and Uniondale, N.Y. The firm actively encourages equal opportunity through mentoring, training, professional development, and public service programs.
The firm offers competitive salaries in addition to a comprehensive benefits plan which includes medical and dental insurance, group term life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, long-term disability insurance, optional term life insurance, flexible spending accounts, Aflac, 401(k), paid time off, referral bonuses and paid holidays.
Rivkin Radler LLP is seeking an attorney with a minimum of 7 years of real estate/commercial litigation experience to join our firm (location is flexible – Uniondale or NYC). Join our dynamic team where high velocity and exceptional standards are the norm. Because we strive for excellence, occasional late nights and weekends may be necessary to meet our clients’ needs and uphold the standard of care expected by both our clients and the Firm. If you thrive in a fast paced environment and are committed to delivering top-notch service, we invite you to apply.
This position offers a significant opportunity for direct client interaction and trials with a growing, diverse client base of well-known NYC landlords and developers.
Responsibilities:
- Drafting motions for summary judgment and motions to compel
- Appearing daily in Landlord-Tenant court to argue motions and try cases
- Experience handling NYC based Landlord-Tenant court appearances and preparing predicate notices, including rent demands, termination notices, notices to cure, non-payment and holdover petitions.
- Experience drafting pleadings in plenary actions for breach of contract/lease/guaranty.
- Experience drafting lease modifications, surrender agreements and other related landlord-tenant agreements.
- Experience providing day to day legal advice and counsel to real estate operators of various asset classes with particular focus on NYC region and general focus throughout the US
- Landlord/Tenant trial experience a plus.
- NYC based real estate experience preferred (residential and commercial).
- Must be comfortable with managing and timely responding to an intense and significant amount of internal and external email traffic, daily.
- Commercial/construction litigation experience a plus.
- Annualized salary range: $175,000 - $275,000
- Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law
Hybrid Hours - Minimum 3 days a week in office, 2 days a week remotely.
Rivkin Radler LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
To find out how you can join our talented team, email recruiting@rivkin.com.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Senior Level Litigation Attorney Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level litigation attorney job?
Employers at this level look for attorneys who can independently manage complex disputes from case inception through trial or settlement, without close supervision. Demonstrating a history of first-chair trial experience, successful motion practice, and the ability to mentor junior associates gives candidates a clear edge. Specialization in a high-demand practice area, such as commercial litigation, securities, or class actions, strengthens your positioning further.
Which companies hire senior level litigation attorneys?
Companies hiring senior level litigation attorneys right now include Epic, Jobot, and Rivkin Radler LLP, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of AmLaw-ranked firms, regional litigation boutiques, and large corporations with in-house legal departments handling significant dockets.
Are there remote senior level litigation attorney jobs?
Yes, though litigation roles at this level are more often hybrid than fully remote due to court appearances and client obligations. About 9% of senior level litigation attorney openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the growing flexibility employers offer for non-appearance work such as drafting, strategy, and client counsel.
What makes a litigation attorney role senior level?
Senior level litigation attorney roles are defined by full ownership of the litigation lifecycle, including case strategy, discovery management, dispositive motions, and trial preparation, with minimal oversight. These attorneys are expected to lead client relationships, exercise independent judgment on complex legal questions, and actively develop less experienced colleagues through mentorship and work delegation.
Which industries hire the most senior level litigation attorneys?
Senior Level litigation attorney roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Law & Legal Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors generate sustained demand for senior litigators because of the volume, complexity, and financial stakes of the disputes they routinely face.