Associate Attorney - Litigation

BCG Attorney Search; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

HSA with quarterly employer contributions

Dental and vision coverage

Group Life insurance

Long and short-term disability

Legal service benefit

Hospital and accident indemnity coverage

National discount programs

401k with employer matching

PTO (Accrual based)

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Litigation team in New York, NY. The ideal candidate will represent financial institutions in legal proceedings and manage case workflows effectively.

This position requires a Juris Doctor (JD) degree and a license to practice law in New York. Strong legal writing, communication, and analytical skills are essential for success in this dynamic legal environment.

The firm offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision coverage, and a 401k with employer matching.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in New York.
• 3+ years of litigation experience preferred.
• Experience in a litigation-focused role.

Responsibilities

• Represent financial institutions in court proceedings.
• Manage case workflow and ensure compliance with client requirements.
• Draft and review motions and pleadings.
• Attend court hearings both in-person and virtually.
• Provide legal oversight and collaborate with support staff.

Skills

Strong legal writing

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney to join its Litigation team in New York, NY. This role offers a dynamic environment where legal expertise meets innovative practices. The position involves representing financial institutions in various legal proceedings and requires a proactive approach to managing case workflows.

Duties

• Represent financial institutions in foreclosure, bankruptcy, replevin, and related court proceedings.
• Manage case workflow and ensure compliance with client requirements, laws, and court rules.
• Draft and review motions, pleadings, and correspondence.
• Attend court hearings both in-person and virtually.
• Provide legal oversight and collaborate with support staff.
• Deliver responsive, client-focused legal services in a high-volume practice.

Requirements

• Licensed to practice law in New York (required).
• 3+ years of litigation experience preferred.
• Experience working in a role that focuses on litigation.
• Strong legal writing, communication, and analytical skills.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and driven.
• Preferred: Multi-state licensure, bankruptcy or collections experience, federal licensure.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

Licensed to practice law in New York.

Skills

• Strong legal writing and communication skills.
• Analytical and detail-oriented.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

Benefits

• Medical coverage.
• HSA with quarterly employer contributions.
• Dental and vision coverage.
• Group Life insurance and supplemental plans.
• Long and short-term disability.
• Legal service benefit for all employees.
• Hospital and accident indemnity coverage.
• National discount programs for all employees.
• 401k with employer matching.
• PTO (Accrual based).