Melvin & Melvin, PLLC ยท 2 months ago
Commercial and General Litigation Associate Attorney- Hybrid
Syracuse, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
3+ years expMelvin & Melvin, PLLC is a mid-sized firm celebrating over 100 years of representing businesses and individuals in Central New York. They are seeking a Commercial and General Litigation Associate Attorney to represent clients in legal proceedings, prepare legal documents, and advise on legal transactions.
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Responsibilities
Represent clients in court or before government agencies
Prepare and draft legal documents on behalf of clients
Advise clients on business and legal transactions
Negotiate settlements for legal disputes
Comply with all legal standards and regulations
Perform administrative and management functions related to the practice of law
Research and collaborate with senior attorneys to devise case strategies
Take and defend depositions
Manage discovery (including electronic discovery)
Draft reports, legal memoranda, pleadings, discovery demands/responses, motions, briefs, etc
Participate in trial/ADR proceedings
Represent clients in court
Manage day-to-day aspects of employment law and personal injury files, under supervision
Maintain reasonable monthly billable hour requirements
Qualification
Required
Previous experience in law
Familiarity with various legal documents
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Ability to build rapport with clients
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
3+ years of litigation experience
Juris Doctorate from ABA-accredited law school
Admission in New York (or ability to waive in) required
Experience before NYS courts
Familiarity with Zoom, MS Teams, and other video conferencing platforms to participate in depositions, court conference, and meetings
Ability to travel for in person depositions and court conferences, including overnights; as needed
High level organization skills for prioritizing workload
Demonstrated ability to absorb, process and understand new information rapidly
Maintain high standards of performance
Must exhibit conscientiousness, dedication, self-discipline, and a sense of responsibility
Experience with online research sites
Excellent research skills and written and verbal communication skills
Must be able to manage competing priorities
Must maintain high standards of performance
Must have experience with online filing and research sites
Preferred
Familiarity with, and experience in Federal Court
Federal court experience preferred
Benefits
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Company
Melvin & Melvin, PLLC
Melvin & Melvin, PLLC is a full service law firm that has been serving the people of Central New York since 1921.
11-50 employees
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