We are looking for a dedicated Senior Attorney to provide legal representation to low-income tenants facing eviction and housing-related challenges in Bronx, New York. This role involves managing a dynamic caseload, advocating for clients in court, and working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to support housing retention efforts.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Represent tenants in non-payment and holdover eviction cases, ensuring their legal rights are protected.<br>• Advocate for clients in Bronx Housing Court and at administrative termination hearings.<br>• Prepare and draft legal documents, motions, and orders to show cause with precision and attention to detail.<br>• Conduct outreach efforts and lead educational workshops to inform the community about housing rights.<br>• Collaborate with caseworkers, paralegals, and other team members to provide comprehensive client support.<br>• Maintain accurate case files and ensure compliance with confidentiality and documentation standards.<br>• Participate in a structured four-week training program designed to enhance legal and procedural expertise.<br>• Provide guidance on housing law and public benefits to support clients in retaining stable housing.
<p>Our client a <strong>boutique NYC real estate firm located in Midtown Manhattan</strong>, is seeking a highly skilled Associate Attorney specializing in <strong>co-op, condo, and landlord-tenant law in New York City</strong>. This role requires a deep understanding of <strong>governance for co-ops and condos, Housing Court procedures, and landlord-tenant litigation, including expertise in rent stabilization and lease negotiations</strong>. The position offers the opportunity to handle diverse real estate legal issues, from litigation to advising boards and landlords, while participating in marketing and training initiatives. This is a great opportunity to join a collegial, well-established law firm. Comprehensive medical benefits + PTO + bonus opportunity + 401K!</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Represent clients in Housing Court for non-payment and holdover proceedings.</p><p>• Draft and review legal documents, including rent demands, termination notices, predicate notices, and settlement agreements.</p><p>• Manage plenary actions such as breach of contract and lease disputes.</p><p>• Provide legal counsel on lease defaults, modifications, and eviction matters.</p><p>• Represent co-op and condo boards, landlords, and property owners in courts and administrative proceedings.</p><p>• Handle litigation involving unauthorized alterations, access refusals, construction damage, injunctions, and trespass cases.</p><p>• Conduct all stages of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, hearings, and trials.</p><p>• Prosecute and defend complex commercial lease and property disputes.</p><p>• Advise clients on governance and operational issues related to co-ops and condos.</p><p>• Participate in marketing and training initiatives to support firm growth.</p>
