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Associate Attorney needed for Melville office

Type Full-Time

Location New York - Melville

Job ID NW5S342188

Experience Level Junior Associate

Job Experience Min. 1 Years

Ranking 3 : Mostly Business $$$

Estimated Salary Lower than Highest Salary Band in Market (Varies by Firm)

Practice Areas Other

2024-09-02 23:53:32

A law firm in Melville, NY, is seeking a skilled Associate Attorney to handle collection and litigation matters. The successful candidate will manage breach of contract and collection litigation cases from demand through judgment, prepare and argue Motions for Summary Judgment, and attend court hearings. This role demands exceptional written, analytical, and oral advocacy skills, the ability to handle a large caseload effectively, and the capability to manage time-sensitive and escalated matters.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Manage breach of contract and collection litigation matters from demand through judgment.
  • Attend court hearings, both telephonic and in-person.
  • Prepare and argue Motions for Summary Judgment.
  • Oversee an assigned caseload to meet goals and client expectations.
  • Handle escalated and time-sensitive matters as needed.
  • Undertake other duties and special projects as assigned.

Requirements:

  • Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
  • Admission to practice law in the state of California; multi-jurisdictional admission in AZ, CA, NV, and TX preferred.
  • Experience with the Fair Debt Collections Practices Act (FDCPA) and Article 9 of the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) is a plus.

Skills:

  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Strong research skills using both legal and non-legal sources.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Ability to manage and prioritize a large caseload effectively.
  • Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills.

Benefits:

  • Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance plans.
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans with Prescription coverage.
  • 401K Retirement Savings Plan with company match.
  • Benefit coverage effective within the first 30 days of employment.
  • Flexible scheduling (within reason, depending on position).
  • Generous PTO plan for all full-time employees.
  • Full equipment station at no cost for remote employees, including dual monitors.
  • Employee Assistance Plan offering free 24/7 counseling and consulting services to support emotional health and well-being.
  • Wellness programs and employee discounts.
  • Learning and development training opportunities for both personal and professional growth.

This law firm handles a high volume of mortgage and asset related cases. Their areas of practice include litigation, eviction, collection, lending, title curative, and foreclosure. The firm is located in New York.

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