Managing Attorney - Creditors Rights NY/NJ

TROMBERG MILLER MORRIS & PARTNERS PLLC•New York, NY

9h•$120,000 - $140,000•Hybrid

About The Position

A multi-state creditors’ rights law firm is seeking a strategic, results-driven Managing Attorney to lead its New York and New Jersey legal operations. Based in New York City, the role is suited to an entrepreneurial legal leader with a background in litigation, compliance, and process improvement. The Managing Attorney will oversee a team of attorneys, develop and refine operational workflows, ensure compliance with state and client regulations, and collaborate with cross-functional departments—including IT, the contact center, and operations—to support a high-quality legal practice.

Requirements

J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
Licensed to practice law in New York and New Jersey.
At least 1–2 years of experience as an attorney.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proven organizational, leadership, and legal process management abilities.
Comfortable working in a hybrid or in-office role in New York City, New York.
Adaptable, forward-thinking, and committed to compliance and excellence.
Reliably commute to or plan to relocate to New York, NY 10006 before starting work.

Nice To Haves

Additional licensure in Florida, Texas, or Virginia.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage a team of New York and New Jersey-based attorneys, fostering collaboration, high performance, and professional growth.
Oversee legal operations and workflows to maximize efficiency and compliance.
Respond to internal and external audits, client inquiries, and compliance requests.
Partner with the technology team to implement scalable, compliant legal processes.
Review and analyze performance metrics and client scorecards to identify opportunities for growth and improvement.
Serve as the subject matter expert on New York and New Jersey creditors’ rights law and provide guidance to legal and non-legal stakeholders.