Attorney needed for New York City office

Job Overview: A law firm in New York City seeks a diligent and experienced Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate must possess a J.D. degree, be Barred in NY, and have a strong background in drafting and negotiating NDAs or similar commercial agreements. The Attorney will manage various legal tasks, meet tight deadlines, and provide excellent client service in a fast-paced environment.

Duties:

• Draft and negotiate NDAs and other commercial agreements.
• Manage multiple projects with competing deadlines.
• Conduct legal research and analysis.
• Provide legal advice and counsel to clients.
• Prepare written memoranda and correspondence.
• Communicate effectively with clients via phone, video, and conference calls.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards.

Requirements:

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the New York State Bar.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in drafting and negotiating NDAs or similar commercial agreements at a law firm or financial institution.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Ability to work extended hours as needed.
• Proven ability to meet tight deadlines and assume significant responsibilities.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to quickly grasp complex legal and commercial concepts.
• Experience with direct client contact preferred.

Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in legal research and analysis.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Problem-solving abilities.
• Adaptability and flexibility.

There may be no I in teamwork, but there's an I in this firm, both figuratively and literally. While this firm is decidedly rigid in the academic standards necessary to work here, they also look for individualists. Hoping to learn and profit from diversity, this firm likes people who stand out in a crowd, which makes these offices lively and occasionally competitive. While well known for their corporate practice, it's the litigators pulling the long hours these days, in sometimes cramped but well decorated midtown offices. This firm is known in the community as one of the most desirable places to work, and we couldn't agree more.