Job Title: Commercial Litigation Attorney (Plaintiff-Side)Location: Hybrid (Onsite 4 days/week, Flexible Friday), Brooklyn, New YorkContract Type: Temporary (3-Month Assignment, Potential for Extension)Pay Rate: $45-$70/hr depending on experience
Firm Overview:Our firm is a plaintiff-side practice working with a major client, a prominent collection agency. We are currently seeking a skilled Commercial Litigation Attorney with at least three years of experience to join our team on a temporary, hybrid basis. The attorney will work onsite at the client's office in Brooklyn with another attorney and a support team of two paralegals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Draft motions, including motions for summary judgment.
- Propound and respond to discovery requests.
- Provide legal support in the form of backup to the senior attorney, including case strategy discussions and document preparation.
- Engage in occasional client communication to provide updates and clarify legal matters.
- Review and apply civil procedure rules in daily work.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 3 years of commercial litigation experience.
- Plaintiff-side experience required (defense background is acceptable if the candidate has also worked on the plaintiff side).
- Collections experience is preferred but not mandatory.
- Merchant cash advance experience is a plus but not required.
- Strong understanding of civil procedure rules and litigation processes.
- Experience drafting motions, including motions for summary judgment.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team setting.
- Flexibility to work in a hybrid model (onsite 4 days per week with flexible Fridays).
Compensation:
- Hourly rate: $45-$70/hour, based on experience.
Contract Duration:
- This is a three-month assignment with the potential for extension depending on client needs and performance.
Application Instructions:Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience. This is a time-sensitive opening, and we are looking to fill the position quickly—ideal candidates can start as soon as this week.
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