Litigation Attorney

Coughlin & Gerhart LLP•City of Ithaca, NY

just now•$97,500 - $140,000

About The Position

Coughlin & Gerhart LLP is seeking a full-time New York State admitted attorney with 3+ years of experience for our Litigation practice group. Coughlin & Gerhart proudly dates back to the 1890s and has grown to include nine offices in New York and Pennsylvania. As we continue to grow, we remain committed to our founding principles as a law firm focused upon client relationships and our dedication to fully meeting the needs of our individual, business, and municipal clients. We offer numerous highly experienced and skilled attorneys, diverse practice areas, and a core belief that everyone who seeks the services of an attorney deserves to be treated as a priority, from the time they meet us in an initial consultation, to when their legal matter is resolved.

Requirements

Competently manage situations requiring diplomacy, fairness, firmness and sound judgement.
Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and promptly respond to client needs.
Ability to write in a clear, concise, and effective manner.
Excellent verbal communication and advocacy skills.
Ability to perform quick and reliable research.
Strong analytical, research, and writing skills.
Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate and convey information effectively in person, by email, and telephone.
Committed to legal profession and teamwork approach.
Current New York Bar admission.
Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
3+ years of litigation experience required.
Strong desire to further legal skills.