Landlord & Tenant Attorney

Paths Management Services LLC; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision options

Bonus eligible

Paid time off

12 paid holidays

Disability and life insurance

Dependent coverage

Travel allowance

Employee referral program

EAP

Job summary

Paths Management Services LLC is seeking a Counsel/Landlord Tenant Attorney for in-house handling of housing litigation in New York. The role requires navigating NYC Housing Court with strong negotiation and communication skills, supporting property management teams, and managing caseloads in a fast-paced environment.

The position is hybrid: three days in office, two days remote, with a salary range of $130,000–$133,000 and full benefits.

Qualifications

• The candidate must hold a Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Admission to the New York State bar is required.
• At least 5 years of landlord/tenant litigation experience in New York City.
• Experience with LIHTC, Section 8 subsidies, and Rent Stabilization is a plus.
• Strong negotiation, written and verbal communication, and judgment skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a landlord/tenant Housing Court caseload (non-payment and holdover).
• Make frequent appearances, negotiate stipulations, and try cases in NYC Housing Court.
• Track progress of all assigned litigation matters.
• Advise property management staff to expeditiously resolve issues.
• Draft and respond to motions, legal papers, and correspondence.

Skills

Negotiation

Litigation

Communication

Organization

Education

J.D. (ABA-accredited)

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

Counsel/Landlord Tenant Attorney (In House)

Paths is a full-scale, vertically integrated affordable housing developer, builder, and operator. Since 2004, the Paths team created and preserved high-quality affordable housing across the U.S. that enhances communities and helps residents build better lives. With over 14,000 units across 13 states under management and more than 500 employees, Paths manages a suite of capabilities spanning the entire property life cycle, including development, construction, property management, maintenance, and security.

Summary/Objective: The objective of this position is to effectively manage and oversee all aspects of landlord/tenant litigation for assigned cases, ensuring timely and favorable outcomes through strong negotiation, strategic thinking, and effective communication with property management staff. The role requires a seasoned attorney with extensive experience in NYC Housing Court proceedings, who can adeptly handle a fast-paced environment while working both independently and collaboratively.

Classification: Exempt

Location: New York, NY 10022

Hybrid Schedule: Three (3) days in the office/ Two (2) days work from home, dependant on court dates

Essential function/Responsibilities: duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Managing an assigned landlord/tenant Housing Court caseload of non-payment and holdover proceedings
• Frequent appearances, negotiation of stipulations of settlement, and trying of cases in NYC Housing Court
• Tracking progress of all assigned litigation matters
• Liaising with and advising property management staff to ensure landlord/tenant legal issues are expeditiously resolved.
• Drafting and responding to motions, other legal papers, and written correspondence

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school
• Admission to the New York State bar
• At least 5 years of landlord/tenant litigation experience in New York City
• Experience with LIHTC properties, Section 8 subsidy programs, and Rent Stabilization a plus, but not required.
• Demonstrate sound judgment good negotiating skills and strategic thinking in all legal matters.
• Basic computer skills including MS Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills are a must
• Must be able to work both independently and in a group setting
• Must be able to multi-task and thrive in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment
• Housing Court motion and trial experience required
• Ability to communicate positively, effectively and efficiently
• Possess good organization, communication, and writing skills

Salary Range: $130,000 - $133,000

• Medical Insurance: 100% of medical benefits paid for employees only
• Voluntary dental and vision plan options
• Bonus Eligible
• Paid Time Off
• 12 Paid Company Holidays
• Voluntary short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, dependent coverage
• Voluntary accident insurance, critical Illness insurance, and hospital indemnity Insurance
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
• Monthly Travel Allowance

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Position Landlord & Tenant Attorney

Number of Openings 1

Location Paths Management Services LLC

This position is currently accepting applications.