FLSA Status: Exempt
Reports to: Managing Attorney
Hourly/Salary: Salary
Department: Legal
Direct Reports: 3+
Company Overview:
Join our dynamic and mission-driven law firm located in the Financial District as we embark on our journey to assist Americans in fighting their debt and achieving financial freedom. We are a young debt defense firm, blending the professionalism of an established practice with the innovation and mission-focus of a startup.
The why:
Consumer Legal Group just celebrated its two-year anniversary! We are looking for strong litigators with significant experience drafting to contribute to the continued expansion and success of our current team. Our clients rely on us to provide compassionate and effective legal support, guidance, counseling and litigation services as we assist them in navigate their current hardships. We believe in life after debt!
The role:
This role requires a dynamic fluid thinker with a strong understanding of the litigation landscape who is eager to be a visible leader within the firm. Your skillset should contain at least 2-3 years' litigation & drafting experience, must be barred and in good standing in NY/NJ.This role has a managerial aspect, as you will be responsible for a team of (3-4) paralegals.
If you love to roll your sleeves up and make a direct impact to the overall success of the company, we encourage you to apply.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Assist in managing all aspects of the team, including caseload, coaching, meetings, advising, preparing for trials, organizing caseload, research, drafting or reviewing documents, and representing clients in negotiations or court
- Manage, motivate, and develop paralegals, to strengthen our legal team overall and lead a strong team of your own
- Represent and grow your own caseload (particularly complex cases) to continue your practice as an attorney
- Collaborate with the Managing Partner and other leadership to help translate the team goals and priorities into strategic plans
- Advise on more complex and escalated cases
- Report on key operational and substantive metrics for the practice that will better inform decision-making, including matter and work product analyses
- Keep current on the latest industry trends and developments
- Comfortable making recommendations for improvement & driving to advance your own practice and the firm
- Collaborate with leadership and colleagues to brainstorm strategies, share knowledge, and contribute to the overall success of the company
- Define, drive and inspire execution and efficiency
- Be a visible leader
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Directly supervises approximately 3-4 employees
- Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Consumer Legal Groups policies and applicable laws
- Planning, assigning, and directing work
- Addressing complaints and resolving problems
- Approving timecards and paid time off
- Conducting meetings and coaching sessions as necessary
- Appraising performance
- Rewarding and disciplining employees
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education & Experience:
- Juris Doctorate required
- Barred & in good standing in NY required
- 2-3 years of Litigation experience
- 2-3 years of drafting experience
- Managerial or leadership experience strongly preferred
- Experience working in a start-up or small business a plus
- Strong leadership skills
- Ability to juggle multiple priorities within tight time constraints
- Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Strategic thinking and analytical skills.
- Strong communication, both verbal and written, and presentation skills
- Customer service-oriented with a sense of urgency
- Strategic thinking and analytical skills