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Gerber Ciano Kelly Brady LLP · 1 day ago

Associate

Gerber Ciano Kelly Brady is seeking a motivated and experienced Commercial Attorney to join our team. The ideal candidate will handle a broad range of commercial litigation and transactional matters, demonstrating strong analytical skills and the ability to manage matters independently.

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Responsibilities

Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts and agreements
Handling commercial litigation matters, including contract disputes, business torts, and related claims
Advising clients on commercial transactions, risk allocation, and dispute avoidance strategies
Managing matters involving breach of contract, indemnification, and enforcement issues
Representing clients in negotiations, mediations, arbitrations, and court proceedings, as applicable
Conducting legal research and analysis related to commercial and business law issues
Managing deadlines, filings, and procedural requirements across multiple jurisdictions
Maintaining strong client relationships through responsiveness, strategic guidance, and adherence to client guidelines
Accurately recording and maintaining billable hours while ensuring all deadlines are met

Qualification

Commercial law experienceCommercial contract draftingCommercial litigation experienceAdmission to practice in NYAnalytical skillsIndependent matter managementCommunication skillsProblem-solving abilitiesTeam collaboration

Required

Admission to practice in the State of New York is required (Admission to practice in Connecticut, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania is a plus)
5–10 years of experience practicing commercial law
Demonstrated experience with commercial contract drafting and review
Proven experience handling commercial disputes and related litigation matters
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex legal and business issues
Ability to manage multiple matters independently while collaborating effectively with team members

Benefits

Health
Life
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
401(k)
Flexible work options
Paid time off

Company

Gerber Ciano Kelly Brady LLP

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Based in Manhattan, the firm has seven other offices in Buffalo, N.Y.; Hartford, Conn.; London; Long Island (Garden City, N.Y.); Newark, N.J.; Philadelphia and White Plains, N.Y., and it plans immediate strategic growth in each of these locations.

H1B Sponsorship

Gerber Ciano Kelly Brady LLP has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Kenneth L. Crooks
Chief Operating Officer
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Arlow Linton
Partner
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