Entry Level Associate Attorney

Job Description

Entry Level Associate Attorney – Real Estate & Default Services

Company: Friedman Vartolo LLP

Location: Garden City, New York office

About the Company:

Friedman Vartolo LLP is a fast-growing, New York-based law firm specializing in real estate and default services. With over 300 employees, the firm provides top-tier legal services to clients across seven states. Friedman Vartolo emphasizes a fresh, fast-paced energy, a commitment to solving problems at their root, and a culture where every individual adds value, owns outcomes, and contributes to the firm’s momentum. The firm embraces an “underdog mentality,” fostering constant elevation, sharpening skills, and collaborative teamwork.

Position Summary:

Friedman Vartolo LLP is seeking an Entry Level Associate Attorney to join its rapidly growing firm. The ideal candidate will be admitted (or pending admission) in New York and possess an aggressive, highly motivated, and hardworking approach, coupled with effective communication skills. This role is suited for an attorney ready to contribute to individual success and the firm’s growth by providing high-quality legal work that meets client expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and file Summons & Complaint, Dispositive Motions, and other relevant responsive pleadings.
• Travel to local state courts for appearances on settlement conferences, status conferences, and other dispositive motions/hearings.
• Represent clients at settlement conferences, status conferences, and other dispositive motions/hearings.

Requirements:

• Admission to the New York State Bar (or pending admission).
• Excellent written, oral communication, and research skills.
• Ability to appear on settlement conferences, status conferences, and other dispositive motions/hearings.
• Prior lender-side default services experience is a plus, but not required.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Compensation:
  • $70,000 (Pre-admission)
  • $75,000 (Post-admission)
• Benefits Package:
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Fitness reimbursement
  • 401(k) with company match

ADA Compliance:

Friedman Vartolo is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you require an accommodation to complete the application process, pre-employment testing, a job interview, or to participate in the hiring process, please contact Recruitment at recruitment@friedmanvartolo.com to request assistance.