Description
Remote Work from Home!
Aldridge Pite, LLP is a multi-state law firm that focuses heavily on the utilization of technology to create work flow synergies with its clients and business partners. Aldridge Pite is a full-service provider of legal services to depository and non-depository financial institutions including banks, credit unions, mortgage servicing concerns, institutional investors, private firms, and other commercial clients. Aldridge Pite is dedicated to providing best-in-class representation across all of its Practice Areas through its unwavering subscription to three fundamental tenets: Partnership, Integrity, and Innovation.
PURPOSE:
The Part-Time Associate is responsible for handling contested/litigated matters for the Firm. Additionally, this individual will handle a portion of New York Commercial Foreclosure litigation. This person will utilize legal knowledge and experience as necessary to facilitate the litigation process on behalf of our clients in New York.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Attend trials and hearings.
- Taking and defending depositions.
- Must be willing to travel throughout the entire state of New York on an as needed basis.
- May be required to attend hearings, mediations and other duties as assigned.
- Assist with other duties and special projects as needed
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s Degree with a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
- Minimum of 4 years of litigation/courtroom experience. Foreclosure experience a plus.
- Member of the New York Bar while maintaining all necessary licensing and continuing legal education requirements.
- Must be proficient in drafting pleadings, briefs, affidavits, discovery, proposed orders, as well as correspondence, memoranda, and opinion letters.
- Proficiency with Fastcase or Westlaw.
GENERAL COMPETENCY FACTORS:
- Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Effectively communicates with all clients (via client systems, e-mail and phone).
- Provides exceptional customer service to internal and external customers.
- Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.
- Conscientious with respect to work completion, deadlines, time management and attendance.
- Takes initiative in face of obstacles and identifies what needs to be done and takes action.
- Demonstrates commitment to Firm’s vision, mission, and core values.
- Analytical and detail oriented, while working at a fast pace and capable of multi-tasking.
- Excellent problem solving and organizational skills.
- Must be a team player and willing to help others in their department whenever necessary.
- Develops professional relationships and builds rapport with others.
- Overall good work ethic and willingness to adapt to change.
In addition to remote work for most positions, we offer a comprehensive benefit program including:
- Company Paid Life and Disability Insurance plans
- Competitive Salary Range of $100,000 - $120,000
- Medical, Dental and Vision Plans with Prescription coverage
- 401K Retirement Savings Plan
- Flexible scheduling (within reason, depending on position)
- Generous PTO plan for all full-time employees
- Full equipment station at no cost for remote employees, including dual monitors
- Employee Assistance Plan, offering free 24/7 counseling and consulting services to support emotional health and wellbeing
- Wellness programs and employee discounts
- Learning and development training opportunities for both personal and professional growth
- And so much more!
Aldridge Pite, LLP is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state or local law. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity.
