The Commercial Litigation Attorney role provides new hire with the uniquely experiential opportunity to immerse themselves in the day-to-day bustle of a prestigious legal group’s Litigation Department while demonstrating an ability to meet performance expectations. As you progress, growth opportunities become available based on performance. Our firm maintains a collegial work environment that prioritizes internal promotion, training, and professional development. We strive to see our employees grow!
We are seeking a candidate with the ability to organize and prioritize workloads to meet deadlines, exhibit meticulous attention to detail, and produce accurate and high-quality work product in a fast-paced volume-based environment. The candidate will have experience conducting evidentiary hearings, researching legal issues, drafting motion practice, discovery, appeals, advocating for clients in court proceedings, and taking/defending depositions. New York Bar Admission with 3 years of experience in New York State litigation and civil practice required.Job Responsibilities – in this role, you will:

• Provide status updates, legal analysis, and legal strategy recommendations to clients
• Handle a large caseload, including all aspects of matters from assignment to conclusion under the supervision of Senior Attorneys
• Comprehensive review of all conditions precedent to filing of the action, including review of loan documents, financials, and demand letters
• Draft and review pleadings and correspondence in connection with foreclosure actions
• Ensure all internal systems are updated to include findings, documentation, and recommendations
• Exercise the highest degree of confidentiality and professionalism
• Safeguard compliance with local, state, and federal foreclosure, bankruptcy, and collections requirements, as applicable

Requisite Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Strong negotiation skills
• Superior time management skills
• Ability to work independently
• Meticulous analytical skills – i.e. demonstrate an excellent ability to analyze corrective action opportunities and present recommendations
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills; strong interpersonal skills
• Intermediate to advanced-level computer and general office skills

Required Education & Training

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
• New York State Bar Membership
• Basic principles of Quality Assurance and/or Quality Control strongly preferred

Salary range is $100,000-$150,000. Salary is commensurate with experience.