Attorney (Landlord Tenant)

3 months ago


New York, United States Consumer Legal Group Full time

Job Title: Landlord Tenant Attorney

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports to: Managing Attorney

Department: Legal

Direct Reports: 1+


Company Overview:

Join our dynamic and mission-driven law firm advocating for our fellow New Yorkers fighting their residential and commercial landlord tenant disputes. We are a new firm, blending the professionalism of an established practice with the innovation and mission-focus of a startup. Our clients rely on us to provide compassionate and effective legal support, guidance, counseling and litigation services as they navigate their disputes. We are located in the heart of New York City's Financial District.


The Why:

Consumer Legal Group just celebrated its two-year anniversary. Our business is steadily growing and we have expanded our footprint with our new subsidiary, the Tenant Counsel Network (TCN). TCN represents commercial and residential tenants facing eviction or whom are otherwise involved in landlord tenant disputes. This new platform has grown exponentially in the last four months. We are interested in growing further and seek to hire dynamic litigators looking to make a real difference in the lives of our clients. We are seeking attorneys with at least two to five years of experience, and two years of litigation experience in the landlord and tenant discipline to contribute to the continued expansion and success of our current team.


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Conduct thorough legal research on various topics, including case law, statutes, and regulations
  • Attend court hearings, trials, and depositions
  • Assist in the preparation and review of legal documents, including contracts, briefs, pleadings, and agreements
  • Ensure accuracy, proper formatting, and adherence to legal guidelines
  • Assist and collaborate with senior attorneys in all aspects of trial preparation, discovery, including organizing case files, researching relevant case precedents, and drafting trial-related documents
  • Handle all phases of Landlord/Tenant and Civil Court matters, including motions and post-judgment applications
  • Communicate with clients to gather necessary information, provide updates on case progress, and address any of their questions or concerns. Maintain professional and confidential client relationships
  • Assist senior attorneys in managing caseloads, including organizing and maintaining case files, tracking deadlines, and managing document databases
  • Stay up to date with changes in laws, regulations, and legal precedents relevant to assigned practice areas
  • Inform senior attorneys about legal developments that may impact client matters
  • Collaborate with colleagues and other legal professionals to brainstorm strategies, share knowledge, and contribute to the overall success of the legal team
  • Assist with other projects as needed


Minimum Role Requirements:

  • Must have a law degree from an accredited law school
  • Admission to and a member in good standing of the NYS Bar
  • 2-5 years of experience as an attorney and at least two years of litigation experience in landlord tenant matters
  • Ability to juggle multiple priorities within tight time constraints
  • Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Proficiency in CRM software and legal billing
  • Strong communication, both verbal and written, and presentation skills
  • Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
  • Customer service-oriented with a sense of urgency
  • Strategic thinking and analytical skills
  • Ability to comfortably navigate Google Suite Programs (Google Docs, Slides, Sheets, & Forms)
  • Ability to draft all levels of legal pleadings and documents including motions, settlements, and memoranda of law


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