Landlord Tenant Attorney

Job Description Job Description Landlord Tenant Attorney Major organization is seeking a Landlord Tenant Attorney to join our Landlord Tenant Legal team in New York City. As a member of our Landlord and Tenant Legal Department, you will be responsible for handling all phases of Housing Court within the 5 boroughs. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of one year of experience as an admitted attorney in the state of New York, with a strong understanding of landlord-tenant law and court procedures. If you are a motivated and detail-oriented attorney looking for a challenging opportunity. Duties and Responsibilities : Research and draft legal documents, including non-payments, holdovers, notices, pleadings, motions, briefs and settlement agreements Attend court appearances and depositions, argue motions, and conduct trials Represent landlords, developers, managing agents, investors, condominium boards, as well as other types of clients in New York City Housing Courts Participate in marketing efforts, including drafting publications Adhere to all of the Firm's policies and procedures Experience handling NYC based Landlord-Tenant court appearances and preparing predicate notices, including rent demands, termination notices, notices to cure, non-payment and holdover petitions Experience drafting pleadings in plenary actions for breach of contract/lease/guaranty. Experience drafting lease modifications, surrender agreements and other related landlord-tenant agreements. Experience providing day to day legal advice and counsel to real estate operators of various asset classes with particular focus on NYC region and general focus throughout the US Landlord/Tenant trial experience a plus. NYC based real estate experience preferred (residential). Other Duties: Maintain timely and accurate timekeeping records. Communicate directly with clients and other third parties. Coordinate with paralegal colleagues across the Firm to ensure timely, effective, and efficient service to attorneys and others across the Firm; provide coverage on matters; and develop and maintain processes and procedures. Assist in onboarding and training new hires joining the Real Estate Department paralegal team. Develop and present trainings to attorneys and business services staff regarding paralegal services. Additionally, the person should have a desire to participate in marketing activities and be able to develop deep relationships with prospective and active clients Other duties as assigned. Qualifications : Education: Bachelor’s Degree JD Degree from an Accredited US Law School Skills and Abilities: ​​​​ Active New York State Bar license and in good standing High degree of academic achievement with a Law Degree from an accredited U.S. law school 1-5 years of Landlord/Tenant litigation experience Strong negotiating skills, excellent analytical and research skills Interest in working with a collaborative team and flexible to handle all assigned tasks Computer savvy with excellent knowledge of Microsoft applications Strong attention to detail, organization skills, and takes enormous pride in their work Excellent interpersonal, oral, and writing skills to communicate with a diverse group of attorneys and staff Ability to work well independently as well as effectively within a team. Must be a Notary Public licensed in New York State or able to obtain a commission within six months of joining the Firm.

Location: New York City, NY, US

Posted Date: 1/23/2025