Entry Level Junior Associate Attorney – Cabanillas & Associates, P.C., Jamaica NY

New Jersey Women Lawyers Association; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Junior Associate Attorney for its Family Practice in Jamaica, NY. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on Special Immigrant Juvenile Status cases, providing essential legal support to clients. The ideal candidate will be newly admitted to practice law in New York and possess strong legal writing skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to manage a high volume of cases. With a friendly atmosphere and hands-on mentoring from senior attorneys, this position promises professional growth and a rewarding career path in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Health insurance including dental and vision coverage

Accrued paid time off

Paid for CLEs

Reimbursement of travel costs

Friendly atmosphere with firm events

Hands-on mentoring by senior attorneys

401(k)

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• Must be admitted to practice law in New York.
• Experience in law clinics or internships is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct court appearances and draft legal documents.
• Advise clients and manage caseloads independently.

Skills

Fluency in Spanish

Legal writing skills

Strategic thinking

Client advising

Communication skills

Ability to handle caseloads

Knowledge of legal terminology

Multi-tasking

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Microsoft Teams

Zoom

Job description

• Entry Level Junior Associate Attorney –...

A leading Hispanic Law Firm in the New York Metropolitan Area is seeking a highly motivated Junior Associate Attorney admitted in New York for its Family Practice focused on Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) for its Jamaica, NY office.

Candidate must be admitted to practice, and newly admitted attorneys will be considered. Experience may also include having worked in a law clinic in law school, internship/clerkship with judges, internships, or externships.

Responsibilities Include:

• Court appearances (status conferences and hearings)
• Draft legal documents including petitions, waivers, motions and appeals
• Review legal documents drafted by legal assistants and paralegals
• Independently handle caseloads
• Advise clients on legal matters

Candidate must possess the following skills:

• Fluency in Spanish a plus and a desire to genuinely assist clients.
• Must be able to prepare pleadings, motions, and briefs as needed.
• Must be able to appear in various courts, both in person and virtually.
• Must be able to think strategically and handle large volume of cases.
• Must be a team player, reliable, and demonstrate ability to work directly with clients.
• Must have good writing and communication skills, ability to prioritize and work under a tight schedule, ability to multi-task, in depth knowledge of legal terminology and principles, and the ability to analyze legal documents for accuracy.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Teams/Zoom software.
• Admission to the New Jersey Bar, Connecticut Bar, Federal District Courts, or Bankruptcy Court a plus.

Application should include:

• Writing sample of a motion, brief, or similar legal document, written solely by the candidate, with any necessary redactions; writing sample can be a document prepared in law school if necessary
• Letters of recommendation are not necessary but will be considered

Benefits include:

• Health insurance including dental and vision coverage
• Accrued paid time off
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Paid for CLEs
• Reimbursement of certain expenses, including travel costs related to court appearances, bar dues, etc.
• Friendly atmosphere with periodic firm events
• Hands on mentoring by senior attorneys

Please send a resume with cover letter to Lorraine Lopez – HR Manager at [e-mail]

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $75,000.00 per year

• 401(k)
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Jamaica, NY 11435