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Benesch Law

<div>Who We Are
At Benesch we pride ourselves on exceeding expectations and building trust not only with our clients but with our employees - Benesch's #1 asset. Committed to providing not only the highest level of legal service to our clients, Benesch also aspires to create a positive work environment for our employees. Our Firm continues to earn placement on Chicago and Cleveland's Top Workplaces list, along with Cleveland's NorthCoast 99 Top Workplaces rankings. We also continue to advance on the AmLaw 150 list, placing us among the top 150 law firms in the country.
Benesch is proud to be recognized for being a Firm that attracts and retains top talent - making Benesch a great place to work. We offer a hybrid schedule, career development and growth, transparent and visible leadership teams, and a place where diversity, equity and inclusion is celebrated. In addition, the Firm offers a full array of benefits which can be viewed at www.mybeneschbenefits.com.
Working with Us - Come and &quot;Be Benesch!&quot;
We are one of the fastest growing firms in the nation, and have offices in Chicago, Columbus, San Francisco, New York City, and Wilmington. We continue to expand our geographic footprint and value the talent that comprises each of our locations. If you are someone who champions a First in Service approach and are ready to be part of an exciting and growing Firm, we would invite you to apply to join our team.
Want to know more? To hear from some of our team, click here: https://www.beneschlaw.com/careers/index.html
Benesch is proud to announce the opening for a Audit Attorney in our New York office! This position is hybrid and has work from home flexibility.
Position Summary:
Do you have corporate experience that includes responding to requests from auditors? Are you looking to utilize your JD in a non-traditional role while still tapping into your corporate legal knowledge? Then you may be interested in our Audit Attorney position. This role is perfect for a licensed attorney who has audit response experience and wants to focus on the administrative tasks and manage the Firm's audit process.
The Audit Attorney plays a critical role in the Firm's process in responding to requests from its clients' auditors. This position is responsible for reviewing financial records, legal documents and compliance reports and working with the Firm's attorneys to respond to all audit requests. Utilizing tools such as iManage, InTapp and Excel, the Audit Attorney works to ensure timely and accurate responses to the external auditors of the Firm's clients while maintaining client confidentiality and protecting attorney-client privilege.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>
Review audit requests, determine billing, review timekeepers' records, and gather necessary documents including legal files, corporate records, SEC filings, etc., to complete audits.</li><li>
Communicate with accountants, clients, the Firm's Audit Committee, the Firm's General Counsel's office, billing and/or timekeepers regarding the specifics of an audit response.</li><li>
Use iManage, InTapp, and other Firm software, create Audit Request Forms and notations while working with various departments, legal assistants, paralegals, etc. for information, and monitor responses for corrections and testing.</li><li>
Monitor timekeeper responses, revise content as needed and obtain clarification or additional information as needed.</li><li>
Draft and revise audit letters to comply with the Firm's risk/audit letter policies and procedures.</li><li>
Work with the relationship and/or reviewing attorneys to review drafts and make necessary revisions and finalize and send audit responses.</li><li>
Assist with other matters as requested by the Firm's Corporate and Securities Practice Group.</li></ul>
QUALIFICATIONS
The Audit Attorney must have a minimum of 5 years of corporate experience, inclusive of responding to requests from auditors. A J.D. degree from an ABA-accredited law school and an active license in Illinois, New York or Ohio is required. The Audit Attorney must have strong familiarity with the audit process from start to finish and should be proficient in using iManage, InTapp, or similar programs, and MS Office. The Audit Attorney must be skilled at clearly articulating complex legal matters and issues and understanding the underlying principles in responding to clients' requests for information for their auditors. The Audit Attorney should possess a professional demeanor with outstanding interpersonal and client service skills, exceptional organizational and communication skills, and effective task prioritization. 
The salary range for this position is $114K to $151K.
Please note that quoted salary ranges are based on Benesch's good faith belief at the time of the job posting and are not a guarantee of what final salary offers may be. Base pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Base pay is only one part of the Total Rewards that Benesch provides to compensate and recognize our staff professionals for their work. Full-time positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package. 
Benesch is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability (where applicant is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations), medical condition, protected veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require special assistance or an accommodation during the process due to a disability should contact the Benesch Human Resources Department by phone at 216-363-4578 or email at cwatson@beneschlaw.com.</div>

Audit Attorney

Kelley Kronenberg

<div>Overview:
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The Kelley Kronenberg New York office is hiring an ambitious Attorney with General Liability experience to join our team! This person will be responsible for managing a high-volume caseload of complex litigation cases and providing legal representation to our clients. Seeking a candidate that has at least 1 - 3 years of liability practice experience. Must be admitted to practice to in New York. Being admitted to practice in New Jersey is a plus!</div><div></div><div> 
This new Attorney will have their own files and work closely with an experienced Partner to discuss litigation strategy and provide excellent service to our clients.</div><div></div><div> 
At our firm, we value professional growth and offer a supportive and inclusive work environment. We believe in recognizing and rewarding hard work and dedication. In addition to competitive compensation, we provide comprehensive benefits packages to our employees.</div><div></div><div> 
Salary: $110,000 - $150,000</div><div></div><div> 
Required Education and Experience:</div><ul><li>
At least 1 year of liability practice experience.</li><li>
Juris Doctorate.</li><li>
Admitted to practice in New York.</li></ul><div>
Perks of working at Kelley Kronenberg:</div><ul><li>
Competitive Salary with Yearly BONUS!</li><li>
Company Paid PPO Health Insurance + Dental &amp; Vision Options</li><li>
Generous Paid Time Off + Floating Holiday and Mental Health Day</li><li>
401K Retirement with Employer Match
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Ongoing Support &amp; Professional Career Development</li></ul><div>
All inquiries will be kept confidential.</div><div>
Kelley Kronenberg is currently not accepting resumes or referrals from search firms for this position.</div><div>
Kelley Kronenberg is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law</div></div>

Associate Attorney

Benjamin Goldman Law Office.

New York State Traffic Ticket Law Firm looking for attorney to handle court appearances in St. Lawrence County on a part time basis. You would only take appearances and cases that work for you and your schedule. Most court appearances are simple and can be done without defendant/client present. Position is ideal for a solo practitioner or new attorney looking to gain experience in new field.Job Types: Part-time, ContractPay: $250.00 - $500.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>Employee discount</li><li>Flexible schedule</li></ul>Work Location: On the road

Part-time Attorney

Miss Immigrant

Location: Hybrid (NYC preferred; nationwide applicants welcome) Status: Part-Time or Contract (with potential for full-time) Compensation: Competitive; commensurate with experienceABOUT THE ROLEWe seek a Junior Civic Attorney to support a fast-growing civil-rights and civic-identity platform focused on systemic justice, immigrant dignity, and institutional accountability. This role is ideal for an attorney who wants hands-on litigation experience, exposure to complex constitutional and administrative cases, and the opportunity to shape emerging civil-rights doctrine in New York and federal courts.You will work directly with senior strategists and external counsel, helping build the legal infrastructure of a national movement. This is not a traditional law-firm role&mdash;this is mission-driven, innovative, and centered on real impact.CORE RESPONSIBILITIESLitigation Support &amp; Case Development<ul><li>Draft and assist in preparing motions, pleadings, affidavits, discovery requests, legal memoranda, and class action submissions.</li><li>Conduct legal research in constitutional law, civil rights (42 U.S.C. &sect; 1983), due process, municipal liability, administrative law, and ADA compliance.</li><li>Review evidence, organize exhibits, analyze transcripts, and help maintain litigation files with high accuracy.</li><li>Assist with class certification filings under CPLR Article 9 and Federal Rule 23.</li><li>Support counsel in depositions, hearings, and court interactions (remote or in person).</li></ul>Client, Member &amp; Public-Interest Support<ul><li>Engage with individuals seeking guidance on civic-identity harms, rights violations, and systemic issues.</li><li>Assist in preparing intake assessments, memoranda, and legal strategies for potential new cases.</li><li>Draft public-facing legal resources explaining rights, procedures, and remedies.</li></ul>Compliance, Research &amp; Governance<ul><li>Monitor procedural deadlines, ensure filings meet court rules, and maintain organizational compliance.</li><li>Help develop internal legal policies, NDAs, partnership agreements, volunteer agreements, and inter-organizational MOUs.</li><li>Advise leadership on regulatory and risk-management matters as needed.</li></ul>QUALIFICATIONS<ul><li>J.D. from an accredited law school.</li><li>Admission to the New York State Bar (required) and admission to the U.S. District Court (SDNY/EDNY) or ability to obtain promptly.</li><li>0&ndash;4 years of litigation experience (internships, clinics, clerkships, pro bono experience all count).</li><li>Strong research, writing, and analytical skills; ability to draft clean, court-ready documents.</li><li>Commitment to civil rights, constitutional law, administrative justice, and/or immigrant identity issues.</li><li>Ability to work with founders and senior strategists in a fast-moving, evidence-heavy environment.</li><li>High discretion, professionalism, and comfort with sensitive subject matter.</li></ul>IDEAL CANDIDATEThe ideal candidate is:<ul><li>Mission-driven, courageous, and eager to challenge entrenched municipal systems.</li><li>Exceptionally organized and capable of handling large evidentiary records.</li><li>Looking for meaningful legal work, not just billable hours.</li><li>Comfortable working within a hybrid civic, legal, and strategic environment.</li><li>Interested in long-term growth into Staff Attorney or Senior Counsel.</li></ul>OPPORTUNITIES FOR GROWTH<ul><li>Significant responsibility early in career.</li><li>Opportunity to work on high-impact class actions and constitutional litigation.</li><li>Direct mentorship from senior legal and strategic leadership.</li><li>Potential transition into full-time leadership roles as the organization expands nationally.</li></ul>HOW TO APPLYInterested candidates should submit:<ul><li>Resume</li><li>Short cover letter explaining interest in civic-identity and civil-rights work</li><li>Writing sample (5&ndash;10 pages legal memorandum or motion preferred)</li><li>Bar admission verification</li></ul>Applications reviewed on a rolling basis. Immediate openings.Job Type: ContractPay: $20.00 - $50.00 per hourWork Location: Remote

Junior Civic Attorney

TBG | The Bachrach Group

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 We are partnered with a boutique firm with a national practice seeking an experienced Trial Attorney to join their team. The firm handles multi-jurisdictional matters in high-stakes litigation.
 
 
 
 
 
 Role offers the opportunity to work on complex litigation matters in a collaborative environment.
 
 
 
 
 
 Full benefits package included as well as remote opportunity.
 
 
 
 
 
 Base salary: 200-300K
 
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Senior Trial Attorney

Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP

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 Cadwalader, Wickersham &amp; Taft LLP, a global law firm established in 1792, serves a diverse client base, including many of the world's leading financial institutions and corporations in more than 50 countries. We have earned a reputation for crafting innovative business and financial solutions and developing precedent-setting legal strategies to achieve our clients' goals.
 
 
 
 
 
 The Attorney Development Department handles all aspects of attorney development initiatives including first year associate orientation programs, mentoring, evaluations, compensation, department specific training, firm-wide training, inclusion and engagement initiatives and general attorney policies.
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Assist Managers of Professional Development, Senior Managers, Directors, and the Chief Attorney Development and Inclusion Officer
 
 
 with various projects including providing administrative support to the attorney evaluation and compensation process.
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 Assist Managers of Professional Development with practice group specific weekly deliverables, administrative tasks, initiatives and events.
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 Coordinate and attend attorney functions and is a visible part of the Firm culture.
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 Direct attorneys to resources within the Firm to help resolve concerns or issues and coordinate available resources to find solutions.
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 Track department calendar of activities and identifying potential conflicts with other firm events.
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 Manage meeting and program logistics including scheduling, securing meeting rooms, coordinating meeting room set-up and materials, and trouble-shooting.
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 Draft and distribute firm-wide electronic invitations.
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 Assist with maintaining and updating all CLE and lawyer training and professional development files and records.
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 Help coordinate first year associate program and firm-wide training programs.
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 Help coordinate inclusion and engagement initiatives and programs.
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 Help coordinate pro bono initiatives and programs.
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 Perform ongoing administrative tasks for the department such as: update budget tracking spreadsheets and other department reports; department correspondence; maintain files; data entry and database maintenance.
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 Bachelor's Degree
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 Advanced Microsoft Office Suite skills, including Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint; background with Survey Monkey a plus
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 Excellent grammar, punctuation and spelling skills
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 Ability to work collaboratively with others and interact with all levels of staff
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 Professional demeanor
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 Strong communication skills, time management skills, organizational skills, and attention to detail
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 The anticipated annual base salary for this position is $55,000. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the applicant, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location from which the applicant will be performing the job.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 EEOC:
 
 Cadwalader is an equal opportunity employer. We offer opportunities to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or status in any group protected by federal, state or local law
 
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Attorney Development Assistant

Offit Kurman

<div>Employment Litigation &amp; Counseling Attorney / Associate
Offit Kurman, a growing full-service Am Law 200 firm, is seeking an Employment Attorney with 3&ndash;5 years of experience to join our New York office. This role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse employer client base while handling a mix of litigation and day-to-day counseling matters.
Responsibilities include:
<ul><li>Representing employers in federal and state employment litigation, including discrimination, retaliation, wage and hour, and restrictive covenant matters.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Providing proactive advice and counseling on hiring, discipline, termination, accommodations, wage and hour compliance, and general employee-relations issues.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Drafting and updating employment agreements, handbooks, and workplace policies.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Assisting clients with trainings, investigations, and compliance initiatives.</li></ul>
Qualifications:
<ul><li>3&ndash;5 years of employment law experience, including both litigation and counseling.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Excellent writing, analytical, and communication skills.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ability to manage matters independently and work collaboratively with a team.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Admission to the New York Bar is required.</li></ul>
At Offit Kurman, attorneys benefit from a collaborative platform, strong administrative and marketing support, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth.
Recruiters should reach out to Leigh Novack directly to see if we are considering agency resumes.</div>

Labor & Employment Attorney / Associate

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