Associate Attorney

Hinman Howard & Kattell LLP • City of Elmira, NY

12d • $90,000 - $130,000

About The Position

Hinman, Howard & Kattell, LLP is seeking an attorney to join its Elmira, New York office and assist clients with residential real estate transactions. The position provides substantial client contact and meaningful responsibility for residential real estate matters in a collaborative, team-oriented law firm environment. Candidates with at least three years of relevant legal experience are preferred, though attorneys with other levels of experience will be considered.

Requirements

• Admission to practice law in New York State, or eligibility for admission on motion with the ability to obtain admission promptly.
• Strong drafting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Sound professional judgment and careful attention to detail.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and remain organized.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a collaborative team.
• Strong client-service and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and other standard legal and business technology.

Nice To Haves

• At least three years of relevant legal experience; other experience levels may be considered.
• Experience with or an interest in residential real estate transactions.
• An existing book of business, which may be considered for additional incentive-based compensation or another mutually agreeable compensation arrangement.

Responsibilities

• Represent buyers and sellers in residential real estate transactions from contract through closing.
• Draft, review, and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, deeds, closing statements, and other transaction documents.
• Review title commitments, surveys, and other property-related documents, and work to resolve title and transaction issues.
• Communicate regularly with clients, real estate agents, lenders, title companies, opposing counsel, and other transaction parties.
• Coordinate and attend closings, ensuring that documents and other requirements are completed in a timely manner.
• Advise clients on legal questions and practical issues arising throughout transactions.
• Manage multiple transactions and deadlines with the support of paralegals and other staff.
• Collaborate with attorneys and professionals across the firm's offices and practice groups.
• Travel to closings, client locations, branch offices, or other sites as client and business needs require.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed