Associate

Post‑Clerk Associate — Investigations, Compliance & Defense, New York

  • LocationNew York, New York
  • Work typeOn-site
  • Compensation$225k–$260k
  • PracticeCompliance & Regulatory, Litigation

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Top-tier New York office seeks post‑clerk associates to join a national investigations, compliance, and defense practice in 2026. The group handles complex regulatory and enforcement matters for corporations and financial institutions and offers substantial courtroom and agency advocacy experience.

Successful candidates will receive structured training, substantial responsibility on sophisticated matters, and a strong platform for pro bono work within a collaborative, team‑oriented environment. The office regularly hires former judicial clerks and provides market‑competitive compensation and clerkship bonuses for qualifying hires.

  • Recent judicial clerkship (state high court, federal district, or federal appellate court) or equivalent post‑clerk credentials
  • Membership in the New York bar
  • Strong academic record and excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
  • Detail‑oriented, independent, and able to thrive in a fast‑paced team environment; demonstrated commitment to pro bono work

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