Associate Attorney

Walrath Recruiting, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401K

In-person work environment

Job summary

A recruiting agency specializing in legal placements is seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney in Albany, NY. This full-time, direct-hire position requires 2-5 years of law practice, ideally in commercial litigation. Responsibilities include client consulting, legal research, drafting legal texts, and representing clients at hearings. Benefits include PTO and a 401K plan.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience practicing law.
• Experience in commercial litigation is preferred.
• Exceptional contract drafting skills are a must.

Responsibilities

• Consulting with clients to ascertain the details and merits of each case.
• Conducting research using legislation, case law, and other legal texts as sources.
• Drafting, reviewing, and advising legal texts.

Skills

Contract drafting

Commercial litigation

Written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Job description

Litigation Associate Attorney

Job #: 5630

Location: Albany, NY

Position Type: Full-time, Direct-Hire

Salary: $90,000.00/yr - $160,000.00/yr (Base pay range)

Responsibilities

• Consulting with clients to ascertain the details and merits of each case.
• Conducting research using legislation, case law, and other legal texts as sources.
• Drafting, reviewing, and advising legal texts.
• Appear at hearings and trials.
• Ensuring that data obtained during interactions with clients remain confidential and are stored securely.
• Oversee the negotiation of settlements.
• Advise clients with legal recommendations and strategies.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience practicing law.
• Experience in commercial litigation is preferred.
• Exceptional contract drafting skills are a must.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have strong attention to detail and the ability to perform multiple tasks at the same time.

Benefits

• Monday-Friday 8-5
• In-Person work environment
• PTO
• 401K