Commercial Litigation Attorney

Summary

The job description is for a Senior Corporate Associate position at Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP, a rapidly growing law firm with an interdisciplinary approach. The position requires 4-6 years of experience in litigation and offers a unique emphasis on professional development, flexible work hours, and location.

Requirements

• 4-6 years of experience at a law firm performing work in litigation
• Familiarity with all aspects of Microsoft Office, with a particular emphasis on Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; mastery of Microsoft Office preferred

Responsibilities

Perform work in litigation, including regular direct contact with clients and primary responsibility for complex matters

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as a staff attorney or in the general counsel’s office of an administrative agency at any level of government
• Knowledge of NYC Building Code, Administrative Code, Zoning Resolution, etc. or related bodies of law
• Experience in Supreme Court in the five boroughs
• Experience with Clio
• Fluency in any language other than English

Benefits

• Robust benefits package, including life and disability insurance, 401(k) match, and contribution toward health insurance premiums
• Flexible work hours and location (partial remote schedule available)
• Transparent communication across the department and the firm at large
• Encouragement of continuing education (both presenting and attending), networking, and suggestions to improve firm operations
• Mentorship about technical aspects of law practice and how to build a book of business