Associate Attorney

HNE; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

HNE invites applications for a New York Evictions Attorney to join our real estate creditor rights practice. The role focuses on managing eviction matters, advising clients, and representing them through the eviction process in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate is admitted to the New York bar, has at least 1 year of practice, and strong research, writing, advocacy, and negotiation skills. Experience with Good Cause Eviction or Rent Stabilization is a plus.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Minimum of 1 year of legal practice experience.
• Prior eviction-law experience preferred; foreclosure, litigation, or title experience is a plus.
• Strong legal research, writing, advocacy, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high-volume caseload of eviction matters from initiation through resolution.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, oppositions, and discovery documents.
• Provide legal counsel and guidance to clients on eviction-related matters.
• Represent clients at court hearings and other legal proceedings.
• Stay current on New York eviction laws and regulatory changes, including GCEL and Rent Stabilization regulations.
• Educate clients on legal developments, trends, and compliance requirements affecting eviction actions.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Advocacy

Negotiation

Multitasking

Communication

Education

Juris Doctor

Tools

MS Office

Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

Our client, a respected law firm in the real estate creditor rights space, is seeking a New York Evictions Attorney to join its growing practice. This attorney will manage eviction matters, provide strategic legal guidance to clients, and represent clients throughout the eviction process. The ideal candidate will be licensed in New York and have experience handling landlord-tenant matters in a fast-paced legal environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high-volume caseload of eviction matters from initiation through resolution.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, oppositions, and discovery documents.
• Provide legal counsel and guidance to clients on eviction-related matters.
• Represent clients at court hearings and other legal proceedings.
• Stay current on New York eviction laws and regulatory changes, including GCEL and Rent Stabilization regulations.
• Educate clients on legal developments, trends, and compliance requirements affecting eviction actions.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Minimum of 1 year of legal practice experience.
• Prior experience in eviction law preferred; foreclosure, litigation, or title experience is a plus.
• Strong legal research, writing, advocacy, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, and Excel).
• Excellent communication, organizational, client service, and problem-solving abilities.

Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate is a motivated and detail-oriented attorney who thrives in a high-volume practice and enjoys client interaction. They possess strong courtroom and litigation skills, work effectively both independently and collaboratively, and demonstrate a proactive approach to problem-solving. Experience with New York eviction laws, including Good Cause Eviction and Rent Stabilization regulations, is highly desirable.