Attorney

Consumer Legal Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic law firm in New York is seeking a strong litigator with 2-3 years of litigation and drafting experience, who is barred in NY. The role involves managing a caseload, supervising paralegals, and collaborating with partners. Ideal candidates demonstrate leadership and decision-making skills, adeptly handle competing priorities, and have a passion for supporting clients in their legal journeys. Join a mission-driven team making a direct impact on financial freedom for Americans.

Qualifications

• Must be barred and in good standing in NY.
• 2-3 years of litigation experience required.
• 2-3 years of drafting experience required.

Responsibilities

• Manage own caseload including research, drafting, and preparation for trials.
• Supervise a team of paralegals and delegate tasks.
• Provide feedback and support to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Collaborate with managing partner and other departments.

Skills

Litigation experience

Drafting experience

Leadership

Decision-making skills

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

Join our dynamic and mission-driven law firm located in the Financial District as we embark on our journey to assist Americans in fighting their debt and achieving financial freedom.

We are a young debt defense firm, blending the professionalism of an established practice with the innovation and ambition of a startup.

The why:

Consumer Legal Group just celebrated its two-year anniversary! We are looking for strong litigators with significant drafting experience to contribute to the continued expansion and success of our current team. Our clients rely on our team to provide compassionate and effective legal support, guidance, counseling and litigation services as we assist them in navigating their current hardships.

The role:

This role requires a dynamic, fluid thinker with a strong understanding of the litigation landscape. Associates are visible leaders within our firm. Your skillset should contain at least 2-3 years' litigation & drafting experience, must be barred and in good standing in NY/NJ.This role has a managerial component, as you will be responsible for a team of (3+) paralegals.

If you love to roll your sleeves up and make a direct impact to the overall success of the company, we encourage you to apply.

What you will be doing:

• Represent and manage your own caseload (particularly complex cases) including research, drafting, preparing for trials, drafting and/or reviewing documents, representing clients in negotiations or court
• Responsible for supervising a team of paralegals
• Delegating daily tasks, monitoring overall performance including addressing complaints, resolving problems, organizing caseload, meetings, coaching, advising, & resource allocation
• Provide feedback and support to team to ensure accuracy and quality
• Oversee team attendance, approving timecards, addressing tardiness
• Collaborate and strategize with the managing partner and other business areas within the organization to better support our clients and contribute to the overall success of the company
• Develop and implement strategies to improve team efficiency, statistics and overall departmental performance
• Regularly provide updates and/or reports on key metrics and other relevant to Managing Partner (on occasion to COO)
• Monitor and stay up-to-date with relevant regulatory agencies to ensure our adherence to all applicable regulations and guidelines
• Performs other duties as assigned to support departmental needs and objectives

What you bring:

• Juris Doctorate required
• Barred & in good standing in NY required
• Other state licensures a plus
• 2-3 years of Litigation experience required
• 2-3 years of Drafting experience required
• Managerial experience strongly preferred
• Experience working in a start-up or small business a plus
• Demonstrate strong leadership, management, and decision-making skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities, often within tight deadlines
• Organized, strategic, decisive and detail/results-oriented
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

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