Associate Attorney

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood, & Boyer, P.A.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid vacation and holidays

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. (QPWB) seeks an Associate Attorney in New York City to join our corporate, securities, and business practice. Admitted to NY Bar and willing to travel across the tri-state area. No minimum years of experience required; newly admitted attorneys welcome.

You will work with experienced attorneys, develop legal writing and advocacy skills, and draft memoranda, pleadings, and agreements while supporting case strategy.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active New York State Bar admission required.
• CT bar is a plus, not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with corporate, securities, and business matters.
• Conduct legal research and analyze statutes and case law.
• Draft memoranda, pleadings, motions, and correspondence.
• Support case strategy, preparation, and management.
• Attend court appearances and hearings across the tri-state area.
• Manage discovery and document review as applicable.
• Communicate professionally with clients and opposing counsel.
• Collaborate with partners and senior attorneys on matters.
• Meet deadlines and ensure timely completion of assignments.
• Take on additional attorney responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Active NY Bar admission

Connecticut Bar a plus

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Job description

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. (QPWB), a multi‑office national law firm and the largest minority owned law firm in the United States, is seeking an Associate Attorney to join our New York City office. This position will work with attorneys handling corporate, securities, business, and related legal matters.

Candidates arenot required to have prior corporate or securities experience. We are seeking a motivated attorney who is admitted to practice in New York and interested in developing their experience within these areas of law.

About the Role

The Associate Attorney will work closely with experienced attorneys on a variety of corporate, securities, business, and litigation‑related matters. The role offers an opportunity to gain hands‑on experience across a diverse practice while developing substantive legal, research, writing, and advocacy skills.

There is no minimum number of years of experience required for this position. We welcome applications from newly admitted attorneys as well as candidates with prior legal experience who are interested in expanding their practice.

The position requires the ability to travel throughout the tri‑state area for court appearances and other case‑related matters as needed.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with corporate, securities, business, and related legal matters
• Conduct legal research and analyze applicable statutes, regulations, case law, and regulatory guidance
• Draft legal memoranda, pleadings, motions, correspondence, agreements, and other legal documents
• Assist with case and matter strategy, preparation, and management
• Attend court appearances, hearings, conferences, and other proceedings throughout the tri‑state area
• Assist with discovery, document review, and preparation of case materials as applicable
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, courts, regulatory bodies, and other parties
• Work closely with partners and senior attorneys on ongoing matters and special projects
• Maintain deadlines and ensure timely completion of assignments
• Perform additional attorney responsibilities as needed based on the needs of the practice

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Active admission to the New York State Bar required
• Connecticut Bar admission is a plus, but not required
• No minimum number of years of experience required
• Prior corporate, securities, or business law experience is a plus, but not required
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines
• Willingness and ability to travel for court appearances and other matters throughout the tri‑state area
• Professional, dependable, and interested in developing within a collaborative legal environment

The anticipated salary for this position is $85,000 , with flexibility based on the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

QPWB offers a comprehensive benefits package for full‑time employees, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer‑paid life insurance and short‑term disability
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid vacation, holidays, and personal time off
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within a national law firm

QPWB is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Join a Team of Difference Makers

Joining Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. (QPWB) means becoming part of a team of difference‑makers who are passionate about making a positive impact in the legal profession. Our commitment to excellence, diversity, and innovation extends to every aspect of the firm.