Attorney

Katz Melinger PLLC; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule (1–2 days in-office)

$700 monthly medical insurance stipend

401(k) with firm match after 6 months

20% origination for business brought

Professional development budget forCLE

Bar memberships up to 2

Potential non-equity partnership

Job summary

Katz Melinger PLLC is seeking a Commercial Litigation Attorney for a hybrid role based in New York, NY. The attorney will handle commercial litigation and collections matters, with a focus on enforcement strategies and effective client communication.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of NY commercial litigation experience, active NY Bar admission, and strong CPLR knowledge. The position offers a hybrid schedule, a $700 monthly medical insurance stipend, a 401(k) with firm match after 6 months,

Qualifications

• 3+ years of commercial litigation experience.
• Active New York Bar admission.
• State court experience.
• Strong knowledge of the CPLR and state court procedures, enforcement strategies.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Proven ability to manage a substantial caseload efficiently while meeting deadlines.
• Comfortable collaborating and working independently with minimal supervision.
• Professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills when interacting with clients, courts, and opposing parties.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of collection litigation, including pleadings, discovery, motions, and court appearances.
• Manage a high-volume caseload while meeting deadlines and maintaining accuracy.
• Develop case strategies based on client objectives and collectability.
• Conduct asset investigations to identify collectible assets.
• Pursue judgment enforcement through bank levies, wage garnishments, property executions, turnover proceedings, and subpoenas.
• Communicate with clients regarding case status, strategy, risks, and outcomes.
• Negotiate settlements and draft/review settlement agreements and stipulations.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure efficient and consistent case handling.
• Maintain organized case files, documentation, and billing records while ensuring legal and ethical compliance.
• Use case management software and other technology to manage matters efficiently.

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

CPLR knowledge

Caseload management

Tools

Case management software

Job description

Title: Commercial Litigation Attorney (Hybrid)

Salary: $120,000+ annually, depending on experience

Location: New York, NY

Reports to: Partner, Collections Department

We are a commercial litigation and collections firm along with representing employees in employment law. The firm is dedicated to helping individuals and companies recover what is rightfully theirs and protecting the rights of employees and individuals throughout New York and New Jersey. Our attorneys represent clients in matters involving commercial disputes, enforcement of judgments and employees in workplace discrimination, wage and hour violations, retaliation, and wrongful termination. We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Commercial Litigation Attorney who has a strong understanding of state court procedures, excellent litigation skills, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. A bonus if the candidate has judgment enforcement experience.This attorney will report directly to the Partner who heads the firm’s Collections Department. To learn more, visit our site: katzmelinger.com.

• A hybrid schedule (1–2 days in-office)
• A $700 monthly medical insurance stipend
• A 401(k) plan with a firm match after 6 months
• 20% origination for business brought into and accepted by the firm
• No specific billable hour requirement; however time tracking is required
• A professional development budget for Lawline CLEs + up to 2 bar memberships
• A potential non-equity partnership track

Responsibilities:

• Manage all phases of collection litigation, including pleadings, discovery, motions, and court appearances
• Manage a high-volume caseload while meeting deadlines and maintaining accuracy
• Develop case strategies based on client objectives and collectability
• Conduct asset investigations to identify collectible assets
• Pursue judgment enforcement through bank levies, wage garnishments, property executions, turnover proceedings, and subpoenas
• Communicate with clients regarding case status, strategy, risks, and outcomes
• Negotiate settlements and draft/review settlement agreements and stipulations
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure efficient and consistent case handling
• Maintain organized case files, documentation, and billing records while ensuring legal and ethical compliance
• Use case management software and other technology to manage matters efficiently

Requirements:

• 3+ years of commercial litigation experience
• An active New York Bar admission
• State court experience
• Strong knowledge of the CPLR and state court procedures, enforcement strategies
• Excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
• Proven ability to manage a substantial caseload efficiently while meeting deadlines
• Comfortable collaborating and working independently with minimal supervision
• Professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills when interacting with clients,

courts, and opposing parties

Bonus Experience:

• Active bar admission in New Jersey
• Experience with commercial collections litigation
• Familiarity with federal and state judgment enforcement procedures and strategies
• Experience with case management software and workflow automation tools

Please note that this job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and is not representative of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

Katz Melinger PLLC is an equal opportunity employer. The position is located in the firm’s New York, NY office. Relocation Assistance is not offered for this position. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.