Description:
The Company:Friedman Vartolo LLP is a rapidly growing New York based real estate and default services law firm with 300+ employees across six states. The firm prides itself not solely on its superior legal product, but also on its innovative approach to business and problem solving. We offer a fresh, fast-paced energy, with a startup vibe.
The Position:
Friedman Vartolo LLP is seeking an experienced Evictions Attorney who is capable of handling litigated matters to join our growing team. We're looking for bright, enthusiastic individuals, who will bring a strong work ethic and eagerness to grow alongside the firm.
Responsibilities:
- Drafting of motions, briefs, memorandums of law and legal correspondence
- Conducting legal research
- Preparing for and attending hearings, trials, etc.
- Communicating with clients and adversaries
- Negotiating settlements and drafting stipulations when necessary
- Maintaining responsibility for all aspects of respective contested cases, including devising legal strategies, and executing on same
- Overseeing support staff and reviewing their work, including but not limited to, notices to quit, petitions, client reports
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience in Landlord/Tenant law
- Strong knowledge of post foreclosure evictions
- Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree required from an accredited law school; admission to New York state bar
- Excellent writing, legal research, communication, and analytic skills
- Ability to identify and resolve legal issues quickly and proficiently
- Superior attention to detail and organization
- Able to manage a heavy workload and meet deadlines
- Ability to work independently or with minimal supervision
Compensation/Benefits:
We offer a compensation package that will be commensurate with experience and a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, flex spending, 401k and gym/fitness membership reimbursement.
ADA Compliance
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Friedman Vartolo to provide reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or candidate with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship for Friedman Vartolo. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact Recruitment at recruitment@friedmanvartolo.com to request an accommodations.
Location:
This position can be located in our NYC office in the Financial District or our Garden City office.
