Evictions Attorney

Friedman Vartolo LLP•New York, NY

14d•Onsite

About The Position

Friedman Vartolo LLP is a fast-growing, New York-based law firm specializing in real estate and default services, with over 300 employees across six states. While our legal expertise sets us apart, it's our mindset that drives us forward. We bring a fresh, fast-paced energy that drives our momentum and shapes how we approach every challenge. We are a company that chooses to dig deeper, solving problems at the root instead of settling for surface fixes. Here, there are no passengers because every individual adds value, owns outcomes, and moves the firm forward. With an underdog mentality, we embrace constant elevation, always sharpening, always climbing, and never coasting. When challenges come, we row together and lean in as one team to get the job done, no matter what. The Position Friedman Vartolo LLP is seeking an experienced Evictions Attorney who is capable of handling litigated matters to join our growing team. We're looking for bright, enthusiastic individuals, who will bring a strong work ethic and eagerness to grow alongside the firm.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in Landlord/Tenant law
Strong knowledge of post foreclosure evictions
Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree required from an accredited law school; admission to New York state bar
Excellent writing, legal research, communication, and analytic skills
Ability to identify and resolve legal issues quickly and proficiently
Superior attention to detail and organization
Able to manage a heavy workload and meet deadlines
Ability to work independently or with minimal supervision

Responsibilities

Drafting of motions, briefs, memorandums of law and legal correspondence
Conducting legal research
Preparing for and attending hearings, trials, etc.
Communicating with clients and adversaries
Negotiating settlements and drafting stipulations when necessary
Maintaining responsibility for all aspects of respective contested cases, including devising legal strategies, and executing on same
Overseeing support staff and reviewing their work, including but not limited to, notices to quit, petitions, client reports