Landlord/Tenant-Collections Attorney

Edgewood Properties • Piscataway Township, NJ

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Edgewood Properties is seeking a Landlord/Tenant, Collections Attorney to join its team of in-house counsel at its Corporate office in Piscataway, New Jersey. Edgewood Properties is a leading real estate development and property management company with a track record of creating premier mixed-use, residential, and commercial communities. The ideal candidate must have the ability to multi-task and thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess excellent verbal and communication skills. This is a full-time position.

Requirements

• 1-5+ years of experience is required
• Litigation experience is required
• Must have excellent communication skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Detail-oriented
• Experience with Commercial Litigation, Collections, Evictions, and Bankruptcy

Responsibilities

• Assist clients step-by-step through each phase of the eviction process
• Provide legal advice through phone consultations, emails, and video conferences
• Draft legal correspondence, including letters and notices, based on client needs
• Collaborate with clients and senior associates and other staff to move cases toward resolution efficiently
• Prepare correspondence and legal documents such as contracts, pleadings, briefs, affidavits, motions, and settlement agreements
• Analyze conflicts in legal matters, advise clients on solutions, and negotiate on behalf of clients
• Conduct legal research, prepare for and attend hearings and/or other legal proceedings, and provide legal counsel with the help of senior associate attorneys
• Keep files organized to make sure the most recent updates are accessible to other attorneys, paralegals, and staff
• Communicate with other staff and clients to ensure cases are handled efficiently
• Review client issues on legal matters, analyze available options, and diligently work to determine the best course of action
• Conduct consultations
• Update client on matters
• Communicate with court
• Engage in fact-finding investigation and discovery to effectively resolve legal matters
• Prepare exhibits for trial, proof hearings, and/or other legal proceedings
• Conduct court appearances, including trials, and argue motions before the court
• Negotiate settlements

Benefits

• medical and dental and vision benefits
• life insurance
• a 401(k) with company match
• a corporate team environment with opportunity of advancement
• on-site company fitness gym
• discounts on housing and home appliances

What This Job Offers

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