Description:

Job Opportunity: Associate Attorney (Housing Litigation)

We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Associate Attorney to join our practice. This role focuses on residential and commercial landlord-tenant litigation across the NYC Metropolitan area and Long Island.

The ideal candidate is a proactive advocate capable of managing a high-volume caseload while maintaining high standards of legal drafting and courtroom representation. Three years experience required

Core Responsibilities:

Courtroom Advocacy: Regularly appear in Housing Court for non-payment of rent cases, holdover proceedings, and HPD (Housing Preservation and Development) matters.
Territory: Coverage includes Queens, Brooklyn (Kings), Manhattan (New York), Bronx, Nassau, and Suffolk counties.
Legal Research & Drafting: Conduct in-depth research using LexisNexis and Westlaw. Draft comprehensive motions, opposition papers, and legal memoranda.
Transaction & Recovery: Handle real estate closings and pursue collection work for outstanding judgments.
Case Management: Manage litigation timelines from initial filing through trial or settlement.