Associate Attorney

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Job Description

The Law Office of Barry E. Janay, P.C. is a growing law firm with a focus on elder law, estates and trusts, probate, and administration, however, we do take cases of all types depending on the merits including transactional matters, and in court and out of court dispute resolution.

The legal associate position requires the ability to quickly shift from task to task, have a willingness to learn new areas of law, and problem-solve for the firm's clients.  The ability to work as a team member and get along with the other team members is critical.

Work responsibilities typically will include gathering case background information from the client after the general scope of engagement has been established, preparing initial drafts of legal documents ranging from wills, trusts, contracts, affidavits/certifications, motion briefs, case summary/outlines for hearing, and trial preparation, some court appearances may be involved, and a myriad of other matters.

Skills needed are sharp analytical and problem-solving abilities, economic and efficient work discipline, flexibility (no two days will be the same).

Completion of a JD or LLM if a law degree was obtained outside of the U.S. and being licensed to practice in NY, NJ, or both is required.

Job Type: Part-time with possibility for full-time as the relationship develops.

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The Law Office of Barry E. Janay, P.C.