Description:
Suffolk County plaintiff creditor's rights law firm is seeking a litigation associate based in NYC to actively litigate cases in New York State. The ideal candidate will have strong research skills and will be responsible for handling all aspects of litigation from case inception through resolution. The role requires excellent analytical abilities, strong communications skills, and the ability to manage multiple matter in a fast-paced environment. The attorney will attend regular court appearances for conferences and motions as well as work both independently and collaboratively on litigated matters. Prior trial experience while not required is a plus. New Jersey admission is also a plus.Position Summary:
- Daily court appearances both in-person and virtual for conferences, motions and other matters on the courts' calendars.
- Responsible for managing a caseload and assignments of litigated and non-litigated claims.
- Develop and implement litigation strategy, review and approve pleadings, discovery, motion practice, settlement agreements and other hands-on drafting related to the firm's practice.
- Work directly with firm senior management and firm clients to lead matters to positive resolution.
- Partner with firm paralegal and support staff in producing and responding to legal demands.
Requirements:
- J.D. from an ABA accredited law school.
- Admitted to and in good standing with NYS bar.
- Self-directed professional with attention to detail and ability to manage workload and prioritize appropriately.
- This position requires regular travel.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to establish trusted partnerships with internal and external clients.
- Ability to work as a team player and with collaborative assignments.
- Ability to maintain confidential information and acceptable standards of office and professional conduct.
Preferred: Previous litigation or creditor's rights experience is preferred but not required; additional bar admissions (NJ or CT or MA) a plus.