Associate Attorney - Test

Department: Legal - Attorney

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Remote

Description

We are a consumer protection law firm located in the Financial District of New York City, providing representation to consumers who have been harassed or otherwise deceived by creditors and debt collectors. With our growing firm, we offer you the opportunity to develop your career in a practice that is rich in variety and challenges. If you desire to work with other talented people who share a passion for professionalism and growth, then a career with us may be a perfect fit for you!

Associate Attorney

We are looking for a full-time Associate Attorney to join our firm's practice in [INSERT STATE]. The ideal candidate is one who has experience drafting legal documents such as pleadings and legal memoranda, has strong organizational skills, and is willing to take on a heavy workload. This position imparts broad responsibilities and exposes you to a range of legal issues related to consumer protection, including transactional and civil litigation matters. Because our firm’s headquarters are in New York, this position entails communicating with our main office exclusively via telephone and electronic means (e-mail, Microsoft Teams, etc.).

Key Responsibilities

Maintaining and supervising a heavy & diversified caseload of the Firm’s clients in [INSERT STATE].
Communicating with clients regarding their respective matters.
Drafting pleadings, motions, legal memoranda, reviewing & drafting agreements, etc.
Communicating with opposing parties to resolve/settle claims.
Legal research related to simple and complex issues in contract law and other areas of consumer law.
While this role is based from home, you may be required to travel for in court appearances.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Must be currently admitted to practice law in [INSERT STATE) (multiple-state admission is a big PLUS)
Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience at a law firm
Must possess superior organizational & time-management skills to meet strict deadlines
Exceptional written and oral communication skills
Highest ethical standards and professional integrity
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work easily with senior management and employees at all levels throughout the organization
Strong legal research skills -- proficiency in LexisNexis is a plus

Benefits

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with expertise and previous experience
Training & Guidance
Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
401K Benefits with Employer Match
Paid Time Off (PTO)
An incredible team of smart and supportive people!

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