Description:
At An Appeals, Bankruptcy Law Firm, we are always looking for professionals who share our passion for the law and commitment to total client satisfaction. An Appeals, Bankruptcy Law Firm has approximately 235 lawyers, with offices in Albany, N.Y.; Hackensack, N.J.; Jacksonville, F.L.; New York City; Poughkeepsie, N.Y.; and Uniondale, N.Y. The firm actively encourages equal opportunity and diversity, through mentoring, training, professional development, and public service programs.The firm offers competitive salaries in addition to a comprehensive benefits plan which includes medical and dental insurance, group term life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, long-term disability insurance, optional term life insurance, flexible spending accounts, Aflac, 401(k), paid time off, referral bonuses and paid holidays.
An Appeals, Bankruptcy Law Firm is seeking an attorney with a minimum of 1 year of experience for our Uniondale office.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct in-depth legal research and analysis to support litigation efforts.
- Draft and prepare legal documents, including pleadings, briefs, and motions.
- Collaborate closely with senior attorneys to develop and execute case strategies.
- Participate in court appearances, hearings, and negotiations.
- Establish and maintain strong client relationships through effective communication and advocacy.
Required Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- Must have an active NY state bar license.
- Minimum of year of litigation experience in the commercial law (contract disputes, partnership disputes, bankruptcy litigation, class actions, securities litigation, consumer protection) practice group while in NY.
Preferred:
- Prior employment at a premier law firm.
- Previous experience as a Paralegal or Case Manager.
- Successful completion of a Federal Clerkship.
- Involvement in Legal Law Journal/Periodical while in Law School.
- Exceptional academic record.
- Excellent writing skills, as demonstrated by a writing sample.
- Proficiency in end-to-end case management, showing a comprehensive understanding of the legal process.
