Location: New York, NY

About The Firm

Our client are a premier, well established New York City real estate law firm. With a strong industry presence, extensive referral network, and a track record of handling thousands of transactions annually, they have built a reputation for excellence in real estate transactions, financing, estate planning, and trust administration. As they expand their litigation practice, they are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Litigation Attorney to join the team and play a pivotal role in strengthening the firm's presence in the New York legal market.

Job Description

The ideal candidate will be a seasoned and strategic litigator with at least 7 years of experience in real estate litigation or related civil litigation matters. The ideal candidate will possess strong advocacy skills, a track record of successfully handling complex cases, and the ability to manage a high-volume caseload efficiently.
This role requires a self-motivated and dynamic professional who can lead cases from inception to resolution, work closely with clients, and contribute to the growing litigation practice. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a forward-thinking law firm that prioritizes innovation, excellence, and client success.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent clients in a broad spectrum of real estate litigation matters, including but not limited to:
• Property disputes
• Landlord-tenant conflicts
• Construction litigation
• Zoning and land use matters
• Breach of contract claims
• Conduct in-depth legal research and case analysis to develop strong litigation strategies.
• Draft and prepare pleadings, motions, briefs, and settlement agreements.
• Handle all aspects of court proceedings, trials, hearings, arbitrations, and mediations.
• Collaborate closely with partners, associates, paralegals, and support staff to ensure efficient case management and strategic decision-making.
• Provide clients with clear, actionable legal advice, keeping them informed throughout the litigation process.
• Manage multiple cases simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met and legal actions progress effectively.
• Stay up to date on New York real estate laws, regulations, and industry best practices.

Qualifications & Requirements

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice in New York State and in good standing with the New York State Bar.
• Minimum of 7 years of litigation experience, with a strong emphasis on real estate and civil litigation.
• Comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, and local laws affecting real estate litigation and contractual disputes.
• Strong negotiation and dispute resolution skills.
• Exceptional legal writing and drafting abilities.
• Proven ability to handle high-stakes litigation and work under pressure.
• Excellent client relationship management skills, with the ability to communicate complex legal issues in a clear and professional manner.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines efficiently.
• Experience in mentoring and supervising junior attorneys is a plus.
• Small book of business around $100,000 - $200,000 a bonus, but not required.

What's on offer

• Work at a prestigious, established real estate law firm with a rapidly growing litigation practice.
• Handle high-profile, complex real estate litigation matters and build your expertise in the field.
• Collaborate with top-tier attorneys and professionals in a dynamic and supportive environment.
• Opportunities for career advancement, leadership roles, and potential partnership consideration.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package. ($200,000 - $300,000 DOE, lucrative bonus and fee sharing model as well, based on portable business)

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Senior Litigation Attorney