Associate General Practice Attorney

A law firm seeks an experienced attorney to join its growing general practice team in Melville, NY.

Duties

• Manage residential real estate matters, including drafting and negotiating purchase contracts and overseeing closings

• Handle lease agreements for landlords and tenants

• Support litigation efforts by preparing pleadings, coordinating discovery, and liaising with opposing counsel

• Assist with estate administration tasks, such as drafting wills, powers of attorney, and probate documents

• Communicate regularly with clients, insurers, and court personnel to advance case progress

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of post-bar admission experience in residential real estate, litigation support, and estate work

• Active membership in the New York State Bar

• Proven ability to juggle multiple files and deadlines in a fast-paced setting

• Excellent organizational habits and meticulous attention to detail

• Strong interpersonal aptitude, with confidence in written and verbal advocacy

Education

• Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school

Certifications

• Admission to practice before all New York State courts

Skills

• Contract drafting and negotiation for real estate transactions

• Familiarity with lease preparation and review

• Litigation support, including document drafting and discovery management

• Estate planning and probate document preparation

• Clear, persuasive communication and client-service orientation

This law firm offers full services to a wide range of clients. Their areas of practice include pharmaceutical drug litigation, toxic torts, product liability, environmental litigation, personal injury, employment and labor law, and medical malpractice. Their offices are located in Pennsylvania and New York.