Associate Attorney

Benefits:

Fee Sharing

401(k)

401(k) matching

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Boutique firm with a focus on personal injury, civil litigation and landlord/tenant is looking for an Associate Attorney.
You will represent clients in legal proceedings (in person and virtually), draft pleadings, motions, and perform legal research.
Legal fee share in addition to salary available with great opportunity for growth.

Responsibilities:

Represent clients in civil, small claims, housing and/or Supreme Court in New York City

Prepare and draft legal pleadings, discovery responses/demands and motions

Research and motion drafting.

Advise clients and partake in initial intakes

Negotiate settlements with insurance carriers

Perform additional functions related to the practice of law

??Qualifications:

License to practice in New York

Previous experience in personal injury, landlord/tenant and/or civil litigation preferred but willing to train the right candidate

Strong analytical and problem solving skills

Ability to build rapport with clients

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Mandarin, Fuzhounese, and/or Cantonese proficient preferred