Litigation Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Litigation Attorney in New York City, NY. The attorney will manage contested and litigated matters, including New York Commercial Foreclosure litigation, utilizing their legal expertise to support clients effectively.

Duties

• Attend trials and hearings.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Travel throughout New York as needed.
• Participate in hearings, mediations, and other duties as assigned.
• Assist with special projects as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree with a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• Minimum of 4 years of litigation/courtroom experience.
• Foreclosure experience preferred.
• Member of the New York Bar with necessary licensing and continuing education.
• Proficient in drafting legal documents and correspondence.
• Proficiency with Fastcase or Westlaw.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree
• Juris Doctorate

Certifications

• Member of the New York Bar

Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional customer service abilities.
• Problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to work at a fast pace and multi-task.
• Team player with a good work ethic.

Benefits

• Company-paid life and disability insurance plans.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans with prescription coverage.
• 401K retirement savings plan.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Generous PTO plan for full-time employees.
• Full equipment station for remote employees.
• Employee assistance plan with 24/7 counseling services.
• Wellness programs and employee discounts.
• Learning and development training opportunities.

This law firm handles a high volume of mortgage and asset related cases. Their areas of practice include litigation, eviction, collection, lending, title curative, and foreclosure. The firm is located in New York.