<p>Robert Half is seeking a seasoned Contract Litigation Attorney to support our asbestos litigation team, with a particular focus on New York City Asbestos Litigation “NYCAL” matters. This role is ideal for a highly experienced litigator who brings deep expertise in asbestos-related claims and is ready to contribute meaningfully to case evaluation and settlement strategy.<strong> </strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Start Date:</strong> TBD (Additional details forthcoming)</p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Hybrid – New York, NY (near Union Square)</p><p><strong> Schedule: </strong>3 days on-site, 2 days remote each week (40/ hours per week) </p><p> <strong>Duration:</strong> On going Contract</p><p><strong>Compensation:</strong> $85+/ hour </p><p><strong>Technology:</strong> All necessary equipment provided</p><p><strong>License Requirement:</strong> Must be licensed to practice law in the State of New York</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Collaborate with Associate Counsel to evaluate asbestos cases ready for settlement</li><li>Assist in negotiating settlements with plaintiff firms, ensuring outcomes align with sustainable value targets</li><li>Support strategic resolution of grouped cases managed by leading plaintiffs’ firms</li><li>Provide legal insight and guidance on damages assessment and settlement strategy</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p>
<p>Our client, an international luxury goods retailer, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Intellectual Property Counsel to join their US Legal Department. This role is pivotal in creating and implementing strategies and objectives, managing trademark disputes and litigations, supporting trademark clearances and prosecution as well as managing the Legal Anti-Diversion team. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Intellectual Property:</strong></p><p>• Managing U.S. Intellectual Property disputes. This includes the following responsibilities: </p><p>o Draft and review cease and desist letters and other correspondence relating to IP infringements;</p><p>o Prepare opposition notices and cancellation petitions for USPTO; </p><p>o Negotiate, draft and revise settlement agreements; </p><p>o Manage international TM disputes and partner with US Head of Intellectual Property and global team to create universal strategy, implement the strategy in the US; and</p><p>o Manage relationships and case expectations with outside counsel handling TTAB proceedings and various intellectual property infringement matters. </p><p>• Create and implement IP strategies and objectives that align with global and regional priorities.</p><p>• Prosecute Trademark applications, including assisting in trademark clearance searches, advise Trademark Manager on responses to USPTO office actions and renewals.</p><p>• Advise key stakeholders on topics regarding copyright, patent, domain name and trade secret.</p><p>• Partner with the US Legal corporate team to prepare, draft and negotiate commercial contracts, as needed.</p><p>• People management: manage the senior paralegal including creating priorities and associated responsibilities for this role.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Anti-Diversion: </strong></p><p>• Develop, define, and implement strategies to achieve program objectives.</p><p>• Plan, organize, and direct the operations of the program.</p><p>• Align program objectives with company's long-term vision for the Brand.</p><p>• Set and review KPIs to meet program objectives.</p><p>• Develop and implement strategies to maximize commercial and legal actions.</p><p>• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to enforce policies, mitigate diversion, and protect company's authorized distribution.</p><p>• Partner with Global Anti-Diversion in the worldwide execution of the program.</p><p>• Develop and issue US reporting to Leadership and Senior Management.</p><p>• Develop and implement educational resources to increase program knowledge and efficiency.</p><p>• Manage the program budget to maximize cost effectiveness.</p><p>• Manage the Legal Anti-Diversion team.</p><p><br></p><p>Years of experience needed - at least 7 years in trademark and IP. Anti-diversion experience is *not* needed. </p><p>Salary is commensurable with experience - about $135K - $185K + 15% target annual bonus. </p>
<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>
<p><strong>About the Company</strong></p><p>The company operates as a critical service provider in the healthcare sector, offering comprehensive logistics, surgical service solutions, and related support systems. It maintains one of the largest air and ground networks for time-sensitive medical and surgical services, particularly for organ transplantation and cardiovascular procedures. This includes integrated logistics, organ recovery, and perfusion services designed to serve healthcare institutions nationwide.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Securities and Disclosures:</strong> Manage securities-related tasks like SEC filings (Forms 144, 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, S-8, etc.), stock issuance, tax compliance, and public disclosures.</li><li><strong>Strategic Transactions:</strong> Lead legal aspects of mergers, acquisitions, investments, and related transactions.</li><li><strong>Equity and Compensation:</strong> Oversee equity administration, executive compensation, and employee relations, collaborating with HR, finance, and legal teams.</li><li><strong>Corporate Governance:</strong> Drive corporate governance efforts, including board meeting documentation, subsidiary management, and the establishment of company policies.</li><li><strong>Contract Management:</strong> Offer legal support for contracts across all divisions and subsidiaries.</li><li><strong>Legal Department Leadership:</strong> Build and enhance an efficient legal function, including contract repository and templates tailored to business needs.</li><li><strong>Risk Management:</strong> Oversee insurance portfolios, litigation, and external counsel management, ensuring proper budget oversight.</li></ul><p><br></p>
