Commercial Litigation Attorney

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Published
November 12, 2024
Location
New York
Category
Legal  
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Job Title: Commercial Litigation Attorney (Plaintiff-Side)
Location: Hybrid (Onsite 4 days/week, Flexible Friday), Brooklyn, New York
Contract Type: Temporary (3-Month Assignment, Potential for Extension)
Pay Rate: $45-$70/hr depending on experience

Firm Overview:
Our firm is a plaintiff-side practice working with a major client, a prominent collection agency. We are currently seeking a skilled Commercial Litigation Attorney with at least three years of experience to join our team on a temporary, hybrid basis. The attorney will work onsite at the client’s office in Brooklyn with another attorney and a support team of two paralegals.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Draft motions, including motions for summary judgment.
  • Propound and respond to discovery requests.
  • Provide legal support in the form of backup to the senior attorney, including case strategy discussions and document preparation.
  • Engage in occasional client communication to provide updates and clarify legal matters.
  • Review and apply civil procedure rules in daily work.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 3 years of commercial litigation experience.
  • Plaintiff-side experience required (defense background is acceptable if the candidate has also worked on the plaintiff side).
  • Collections experience is preferred but not mandatory.
  • Merchant cash advance experience is a plus but not required.
  • Strong understanding of civil procedure rules and litigation processes.
  • Experience drafting motions, including motions for summary judgment.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team setting.
  • Flexibility to work in a hybrid model (onsite 4 days per week with flexible Fridays).

Compensation:

  • Hourly rate: $45-$70/hour, based on experience.

Contract Duration:

  • This is a three-month assignment with the potential for extension depending on client needs and performance.

Application Instructions:
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience. This is a time-sensitive opening, and we are looking to fill the position quickly—ideal candidates can start as soon as this week.

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