Senior Attorney

Distinct | North America; United States; Hybrid; USD 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full access to employee benefits package

Discretionary bonuses

Job summary

A well-established boutique firm in New York City is seeking a Partner to join their team. The ideal candidate has at least seven years of experience in areas such as Intellectual Property and Corporate Law, plus a portable business of $500k. This firm offers a supportive environment with no annual billing requirements, which allows partners to maintain work-life balance while managing their caseloads. Compensation includes a competitive salary and full access to benefits.

Qualifications

• At least seven years of experience in relevant practice areas.
• Experience in managing legal caseloads effectively.
• Proven portable business of at least $500k.

Responsibilities

• Manage caseloads from start to finish.
• Draft legal documents and conduct research on case issues.
• Communicate effectively with clients and present in court.

Skills

Analytical skills

Legal writing

Communication skills

Research skills

Education

Juris Doctorate from an accredited university

Job description

Partner

Location: New York City, NY (Hybrid)

Base Salary: $250,000 to $450,000 per year, plus discretionary bonuses and full access to the firm's employee benefits package.

We are partnering with a well-established and growing boutique firm in New York. As part of their strategic growth plan, the firm is actively seeking a Partner to join a team of staff and attorneys who value open communication, integrity, and professionalism. This firm is renowned for offering an environment where leaders are supported and appreciated, with a strong focus on work‑life balance in a team‑based setting.

Partner Responsibilities

• At least seven (7) years of experience in some or all of the following substantive areas: Intellectual Property, Real Estate, Corporate, and Litigation.
• Experience in managing caseloads from beginning to end.
• Minimum $500k of portable business.
• Experience drafting legal documents such as motions, briefs, and discovery requests.
• Experience conducting research on legal issues associated with the case.
• Juris Doctorate from an accredited university.
• Excellent analytical and writing skills.
• Strong communication skills, including communicating with clients, team and partners, providing timely reporting, and appearing in court.
• Must be admitted to practice in New York.
• No annual billing requirement; hours are dictated by the partner.

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Legal
• Law Practice