Litigation Attorney

Cglawoffices; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 97,500 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A law firm in Town of Ithaca is seeking a full-time attorney admitted to the New York Bar with over 3 years of litigation experience. This role involves drafting legal documents, conducting depositions, negotiating settlements, and performing legal research. The ideal candidate should have strong analytical, research, and interpersonal skills. A Juris Doctor from an accredited law school is required. The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $97,500 to $140,000.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of litigation experience required.
• Commitment to teamwork and the legal profession.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Legal research

Clear writing

Verbal communication

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Diplomacy

Education

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school

Current New York Bar admission

Job description

Description

Coughlin & Gerhart LLP is seeking a full‑time New York State admitted attorney with 3+ years of experience for our Litigation practice group.

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.

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.

Qualifications

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

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]

$97,500-$140,000