Litigation Attorney - NYC

THE COMPANY

Friedman Vartolo LLP is a lender-side default services and real estate litigation firm. Over the past several years, the firm has experienced consistent, exponential growth due to our reputation for producing high-quality work and our ability to creatively problem solve and strategize while meeting strict client required deadlines.

The firm emphasizes a positive, collaborative culture, employee growth and opportunity. We offer a fresh, fast-paced energy, with a startup vibe.

THE POSITION:

Friedman Vartolo LLP is looking for the absolute best default litigators in each jurisdiction and anticipate compensating them accordingly. We're looking for bright, enthusiastic individuals, with a strong work ethic and a desire to work in a firm with numerous other high-level attorneys.

The position requires a litigator capable of handling a wide array of litigated matters, including but not limited to, contested motions, appeals and evidentiary hearings.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Drafting of motions, briefs, and memorandums of law


• Conducting legal research


• Appearing on a wide range of court appearances including high level contested motions and evidentiary hearings


• Responding to relevant discovery related requests and motion practice


• Maintaining responsibility for all aspects of respective contested cases, including devising legal strategies and executing on legal strategies

REQUIREMENTS

• 5+ years of experience independently handling contested motion practice


• Admission to practice law in the state of New Jersey and/or/Pennsylvania

APPLICANT SKILLS

• Superior writing, research, and oral advocacy abilities


• Capable of identifying and resolving legal issues quickly and proficiently


• Able and eager to manage a heavy workload and produce a significant amount of legal work

COMPENSATION

At Friedman Vartolo, we believe that both ability and effort should be rewarded. To that end, we have an aggressive compensation package composed of a competitive base salary and a bonus structure.

LOCATION

The firm has offices in Philadelphia, Jersey City, Manhattan and Garden City. Attorneys have total flexibility and can work a full five days/week in office or entirely remote.