Job Description
Salary: $120,000-170,000 Base, Annually depending on experience
Location: Yonkers, NY
About Smith Buss & Jacobs LLP
We are offering the opportunity for a Litigation Attorney at a close-knit law firm to sit in the Yonkers, NY or Garden City, NY office. This position is for a Senior Litigation Associate looking to continue their career in litigation. For the past 30+ years, we have taken pride in our employee retention and providing superb service to our clients. With a team of Attorneys that have been awarded as SuperLawyers and with AV ratings, we focus on serving many large, prestigious clients throughout New York. As real-world problem solvers, we stand by our values of results, value, integrity, and intelligence.
Benefits:
• 15 PTO days and firm-observed holidays
• Health, dental, and life insurance for the employee and their dependents/family
• Flexible spending account
• 401K with matching 25% component and profit sharing plan offered once eligible
• Annual discretionary performance bonus
• Training, professional development & mentorship opportunities
Job Responsibilities To Include:
• Support the firm’s real estate, commercial litigation, and condominium & cooperative practices
• Make court appearances and respond to discovery demands
• Draft pleadings and conduct legal research
Requirements:
• 8+ years of litigation experience outside of personal injury and immigration law
• Familiarity with CPLR, FRCP, e-filing, e-discovery and State and Federal court rules (mandatory)
• Experience with NYSCEF, table of authorities, and preparing documents for service
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Superb legal research skills
• Must have a car and able to drive to the office and court appearances
Preferred Skills:
• Experience working at the DA’s office
Please note that this job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and is not representative of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.
Smith Buss & Jacobs LLP is an equal opportunity employer. The position is located in the firm’s Yonkers, NY office. Relocation Assistance is not offered for this position.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Attorney position is now open for candidates interested in the Legal Jobs sector. This role in Yonkers offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Legal Jobs is a plus.
