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Financial Services Litigation Associate

United States, White Plains 155000.00 - 200000.00 USD / Year · Job Posted May 29, 2026
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Job Description

A full-service, nationally renowned White Plains law firm is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Financial Services Litigation Attorney to join its growing practice. The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of commercial litigation experience and will manage a diverse docket of cases, representing banks, lenders, financial institutions, and corporate clients in state and federal courts, as well as in arbitrations and regulatory matters.

Job Responsibility

  • Manage all phases of financial services and commercial litigation, from initial pleadings through discovery, motion practice, trial preparation, and appeals
  • Handle contested mortgage foreclosures, lender liability claims, bankruptcy adversary proceedings, and creditors' rights issues
  • Draft and argue complex dispositive and discovery motions, briefs, and settlement agreements
  • Take and defend depositions, conduct mediations, and manage court appearances independently
  • Conduct legal research and advise financial institution clients on regulatory compliance and risk mitigation

Requirements

  • Admission to NYS Bar is required
  • additional admissions a plus
  • 2+ years of commercial litigation experience (will also consider candidates with insurance defense and product liability experience)
  • Financial services experience is preferred
  • Deposition and oral argument experience
  • Excellent academic credentials

Nice to have

  • Additional admissions
  • Financial services experience

What we offer

  • Bonus Opportunities
  • Comprehensive Benefits
  • medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan
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