We are a national consumer-advocacy law firm providing representation to clients who have fallen into financial difficulty. With our young and growing firm, we offer the opportunity to broaden and develop your legal career in a practice that is rich in variety and challenges. If you desire to work with other talented people who share your passion for delivering excellent service to our clients, then a career with us may be a perfect fit for you!

Associate Attorney

Our firm is based in New York City and we are currently seeking a full-time Associate Attorney to be located in Kentucky. This position entails working with managing attorneys and support staff exclusively through communications via telephone, e-mail, and Teams. This position imparts broad responsibilities and exposes you to a range of legal issues related to consumer protection, including transactional and civil litigation matters.

What We Offer:

• Compensation is competitive and commensurate with expertise and previous experience
• Remote work environment
• Training & Guidance
• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
• 401(k) Benefits with Employer Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Promotion & Growth opportunities
• An incredible team of smart and supportive people!

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

• Maintaining and supervising a heavy & diversified caseload of the firm’s clients in Kentucky
• Communicating with clients regarding their respective matters
• Drafting pleadings, motions, legal memoranda, reviewing & drafting agreements, etc.
• Communicating with opposing parties to resolve/settle claims
• Legal research related to simple and complex issues in contract law and other areas of consumer law
• Some local travel for court appearances will be required

Required Skills & Experience:

• Must be currently admitted to practice law in Kentucky (multi-state admission is a PLUS)
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience at a law firm
• Must possess superior organizational & time-management skills to meet strict deadlines
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills
• Highest ethical standards and professional integrity
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work easily with senior management and employees at all levels throughout the organization
• Strong legal research skills -- proficiency in LexisNexis is a plus

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Application Question(s):

• This position requires some local travel for court appearances. Are you located in the Louisville or immediate surrounding counties?
• Are you currently admitted to practice law in Kentucky? If so, are you in good standing with the State Bar?

Work Location: Remote