Litigation Partner

Jobot; New York (NY); On-site; USD 200,000 - 400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Collaborative environment

Flexible schedule

Generous PTO

Job summary

Jobot is hosting a search for a Partner or Senior Counsel to join a premier NYC real estate firm's Bankruptcy and Commercial Litigation team. The role leads litigation, develops strategy, handles discovery, trial, settlement negotiations, and appeals, and represents clients in court, arbitration, and mediation.

You will mentor junior attorneys, build client relationships, and participate in business development.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the state bar in good standing.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in trial practice with a track record of success in complex litigation.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement effective litigation strategies.
• Exceptional negotiation and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead litigation cases from strategy development through trial, settlement negotiations and appeal.
• Provide expert legal advice to clients on complex litigation matters.
• Collaborate with a team of attorneys to develop and implement winning litigation strategies.
• Represent the firm and its clients in court, arbitration, and mediation proceedings.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships and ensure high-quality service.
• Participate in business development activities, including networking events and conferences.
• Mentor and develop junior attorneys to foster excellence and learning.

Skills

Trial practice

Litigation strategy

Negotiation

Client relationships

Leadership

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job details

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Colleen Gormley

Salary: $200,000 - $400,000 per year

A bit about us

Our client, a premier NYC real estate firm with over 50 years of service, is seeking to add a Partner or Senior Counsel to join their Bankruptcy and Commercial Litigation team.

Why join us

• Competitive salary
• Excellent benefits package
• Collaborative, friendly environment
• Flexible work schedule
• Generous PTO

Job Details

Responsibilities

1. Taking the lead in litigation cases, managing all aspects from strategy development, discovery, trial, settlement negotiations, and appeal.
2. Providing expert legal advice to clients on complex litigation matters, ensuring their interests are protected.
3. Collaborating with a team of attorneys to develop and implement winning litigation strategies.
4. Representing the firm and its clients in court, arbitration, and mediation proceedings.
5. Developing and maintaining strong client relationships, ensuring the delivery of high-quality legal services.
6. Participating in business development activities, including networking events, seminars, and conferences.
7. Mentoring and developing junior attorneys, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning.

Qualifications

1. Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
2. Admission to the state bar and in good standing.
3. Minimum of 10 years of experience in trial practice, with a proven track record of success in complex litigation cases.
4. Demonstrated ability to develop and implement effective litigation strategies.
5. Exceptional negotiation skills, with the ability to resolve disputes favorably.
6. Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
7. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex legal arguments clearly and persuasively.
8. Strong leadership skills, with the ability to mentor and develop junior attorneys.
9. Commitment to maintaining the highest ethical and professional standards.
10. Willingness to participate in business development activities.

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