Litigation Attorney

Cglawoffices; City of Cortland (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Coughlin & Gerhart, LLP is seeking a full-time attorney in Cortland, New York. The ideal candidate will have been admitted to the New York Bar and possess a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school, alongside at least 3 years of litigation experience. Responsibilities include drafting legal documents, conducting depositions, negotiating settlements, and performing essential legal research. We foster a collaborative environment and seek candidates committed to developing their legal skills. Please apply by sending your resume and covering letter to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Current New York Bar admission required.
• 3+ years of litigation experience preferred.
• Strong desire to further legal skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft legal documents including motions and pleadings.
• Conduct depositions and attend client meetings.
• Negotiate settlements and advise clients.
• Perform legal research and draft Memorandum of Law.
• Oversee consultations with potential clients.
• Handle hearings, arbitrations, and trials.

Skills

Diplomacy

Multitasking

Clear writing

Verbal communication

Research skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Job description

About the Firm

Coughlin & Gerhart, LLP is seeking a full‑time attorney admitted in New York State with at least three years of experience to join our Litigation Practice Group in our Cortland office.

Coughlin & Gerhart proudly dates back to the 1890s and has grown to include nine offices in New York and Pennsylvania. As we continue to grow, we remain committed to our founding principles as a law firm focused upon client relationships and our dedication to fully meeting the needs of our individual, business, and municipal clients.

We offer numerous highly experienced and skilled attorneys, diverse practice areas, and a core belief that everyone who seeks the services of an attorney deserves to be treated as a priority, from the time they meet us in an initial consultation, to when their legal matter is resolved.

Requirements

• Current New York Bar admission.
• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• 3+ years of litigation experience preferred.
• Strong desire to further legal skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft legal documents, including motions, discovery and pleadings.
• Conduct depositions, appear for oral arguments and attend client meetings.
• Negotiate settlements / advise clients.
• Perform legal research, draft Memorandum of Law.
• Oversee consultations with potential clients.
• Handle hearings, arbitrations and trials.

Skills

• Competently manage situations requiring diplomacy, fairness, firmness and sound judgement.
• Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and promptly respond to client needs.
• Ability to write in a clear, concise, and effective manner.
• Excellent verbal communication and advocacy skills.
• Ability to perform quick and reliable research.
• Strong analytical, research, and writing skills.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate and convey information effectively in person, by email, and telephone.
• Committed to legal profession and teamwork approach.

Coughlin & Gerhart provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Please express interest by sending a cover letter, resume and transcripts to: [e-mail]