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Associate Position at Hoppin Grinsell

Hoppin Grinsell is seeking a full-time junior litigation associate to join us this fall.

What You Should Know About Us

Hoppin Grinsell is a New York City-based civil litigation boutique specializing in complex commercial and public interest matters. You will be HG’s third full-time lawyer, so it’s only fair to tell you that the other two are Margot Hoppin and Tim Grinsell. We founded the firm on the beliefs that intellectual agility remains a competitive advantage and that firm culture should be better than good; it should be sustaining. The firm currently handles a broad array of litigation matters in trial and appellate federal, New York, and Delaware courts, and in private arbitration forums. Our caseload is diverse and continually growing.

The Role

 As a junior associate at our firm, you will:

  • Collaborate directly with both founding partners;
  • Work on a diverse array of complex commercial and public interest matters;
  • Rapidly develop your legal research, writing, litigation management, client, and courtroom skills;
  • Meaningfully contribute to and even shape the firm’s development and growth;
  • Develop professionally in a firm that prioritizes integrity, excellence, and team-work;
  • Preferably, work in our office in lower Manhattan (part or full time).
What We're Looking For
  • J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to the NY state bar (or pending admission);
  • 0-3 years of litigation experience;
  • Strong analytical and writing skills;
  • Demonstrated abilities to take initiative, self-direct, think creatively, and disagree clearly;  
  • Passion for legal theory and practice—both commercial and public interest;
  • Personal motivation to grow professionally and to contribute to the firm;
  • Commitments to justice and ethical legal practice.
What We Offer

At Hoppin Grinsell, we believe that supporting our team's well-being and professional growth is crucial to our collective success. We offer:

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience (range: $100,000 - $140,000)
  • Discretionary bonus
  • Generous paid time off
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan with employer match
  • Flexible working arrangements
How to Apply

Send an email with the subject line “Associate Application” to hiring@hoppingrinsell.com. Please describe the reasons for your interest in HG and any relevant skills, experiences, or any information you would like to share. If you have questions about the position or the firm that affect your interest or availability, please include those as well. Please attach a single consolidated PDF containing:

  • Your resume
  • A writing sample of at least 2 pages
  • Your law school transcript
  • Contact information for 2-3 professional references  

We look forward to hearing from you!