Associate Attorney

Bernard Nickels & Associates; City of White Plains (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Bernard Nickels & Associates is seeking an Associate Attorney focused on landlord-tenant cases in New York. This full-time position involves representing landlords at Housing Court, managing various litigations, and negotiating settlements. Ideal candidates will have a Juris Doctor degree and be admitted to the New York State Bar, with 0-5 years experience preferred. The position is office-based and offers a salary up to $200,000, along with benefits like health insurance and 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 0–5 years of experience preferred, particularly in landlord-tenant or housing law.
• Ability to manage multiple cases in a fast-paced environment.
• Prior legal or legal administrative experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Represent landlords and management companies in Housing Court proceedings.
• Handle all aspects of landlord-tenant litigation and draft legal documents.
• Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients.

Skills

Legal writing and drafting skills

Oral advocacy

Negotiation abilities

Case management

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Admission to the New York State Bar

Job description

Associate Attorney – Landlord‑Tenant (New York)

• Salary: Up to $200,000, commensurate with experience
• 401(k) plan
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Associate Attorney to join our growing legal team, with a focus exclusively on landlord‑tenant matters. This position involves representing landlords and property management companies in the Bronx and Westchester, handling a high-volume caseload in Housing Court.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent landlords and management companies in Housing Court proceedings across Bronx and Westchester counties
• Handle all aspects of landlord‑tenant litigation, including:
• Holdover cases
• Department of Housing Preservation and Development (DHPD) proceedings
• Section 8 matters
• Rent‑stabilized and rent‑controlled cases
• Cases involving squatters
• Draft legal documents including pleadings, motions, stipulations, and discovery materials
• Appear regularly in Housing Court for hearings, conferences, and trials
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategies
• Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients
• Work closely with General Counsel on litigation strategy and case management

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Admission to the New York State Bar (or pending admission)
• 0–5 years of experience preferred, particularly in landlord‑tenant or housing law
• Strong legal writing and drafting skills
• Excellent oral advocacy and negotiation abilities
• Ability to manage multiple cases in a fast‑paced environment
• Prior legal or legal administrative experience is a plus
• Full‑time, in‑office position
• Location: 1133 Westchester Avenue, Suite N222, White Plains, NY 10605
• Regular travel to Housing Courts in the Bronx and Westchester required