What are the responsibilities and job description for the Landlord - Tenant Associate position at NORRIS MCLAUGHLIN, P.A.?
Why You’ll Love Working Here
We know talented attorneys have choices, and we work hard to be the place they choose to build their careers. Here, associates do sophisticated work in a genuinely collaborative environment where support is real and growth is intentional. You will have the opportunity to take ownership of matters, develop judgment, and work independently, while still having a strong team behind you.
Our attorneys benefit from a structured mentorship program, full marketing and business development support, professional development and training, and a steady workflow that allows them to focus on practicing law and building their careers. We also believe that culture matters - we invest in regular social events and shared experiences that make work more enjoyable and strengthen real professional relationships. Simply put, we hire good people who treat each other well, and we work hard to maintain a respectful, supportive environment where everyone can thrive.
With reasonable, billable expectations and exposure to a wide range of complex client matters, our attorneys build meaningful careers with both professional challenge and genuine support.
About the Role
The New York office of Norris McLaughlin, P.A., is seeking a bright, energetic, and hard-working Landlord-Tenant Associate with 2-5 years of experience representing landlords before the New York City Housing Courts and New York State Supreme Courts for residential and commercial matters. This candidate will have the opportunity to expand their practice to the full area of our real estate group.
Responsibilities:
- Handle appearances on non-payment and holdover cases at all stages
- Represent landlords before city and state housing agencies and municipal courts for building and code violations
- Draft motions, orders to show cause and briefs in support of real estate litigation matters
Qualifications:
Qualifications:
- Superior academic credentials
- Excellent research skills
- Exceptional writing and communication skills
- Affordable housing, Mitchell-Lama cooperatives and HDFC experience a plus
- Admitted in the State of New York
Strong Benefits Package
- Medical, dental, and vison insurance
- 401 (k) with firm contribution
- PTO and paid holidays
- Paid parental leave
- Life and disability insurance
- Wellness and employee assistance programs
Our Commitment to an inclusive environment
At Norris McLaughlin, we cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their backgrounds, experiences, views, and strengths. Our differences in culture and beliefs enable us to be a better team.
The Firm does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, civil union status, domestic partnership status, affectional or sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or breastfeeding, sex, gender identity or expression, disability or atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait of any individual, or because of the liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States or the nationality of any individual or any other characteristic protected by law, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, demotion, discipline, termination, lay-off, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training.
Salary : $140,000 - $165,000