Litigation Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Town of Woodbury (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) and 401(k) matching

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Referral program

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a dedicated Litigation Attorney for its Woodbury, NY office. This in-person, full-time role focuses on litigating and handling creditors' rights cases, working closely with partners on substantial responsibilities.

The candidate will draft pleadings, motions, and discovery, appear in court both virtually and in person, and manage matters from start to finish with proactive preparation. A JD and NY bar admission are required, with Spanish language skills a plus.

Qualifications

• Admission to the New York bar.
• Excellent writing, communication, and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with the FDCPA is a plus.
• Proficiency in drafting motions and conducting legal research.
• Spanish speaking is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Handle litigation caseload, drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery documents.
• Represent clients in both virtual and in-person court appearances.
• Manage cases from commencement through resolution, ensuring thorough preparation.
• Review matters for compliance with federal and state consumer protection rights.
• Perform additional duties as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

FDCPA familiarity

Spanish language

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a dedicated Litigation Attorney for its Woodbury, NY office. This full-time, in-person role offers the chance to gain hands-on experience in litigation and creditors' rights cases. The attorney will work closely with partners, handling significant case responsibilities in a collaborative environment.

Duties

• Handle litigation caseload, including drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery documents.
• Represent clients in both virtual and in-person court appearances.
• Manage cases from commencement through resolution, ensuring thorough preparation.
• Review matters for compliance with federal and state consumer protection rights.
• Perform additional duties as needed.

Requirements

• Admission to the New York bar.
• Excellent writing, communication, and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with the FDCPA is a plus.
• Proficiency in drafting motions and conducting legal research.
• Ability to manage cases with moderate autonomy.
• Spanish speaking is a plus.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• New York Bar Admission.

Skills

• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple responsibilities effectively.

Benefits

• 401(k) and 401(k) matching
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Referral program.