We are seeking a full time Legal Assistant/Paralegal with at least five (5) years of experience to support our Real Estate Practice Group in Hauppauge, NY.   This position will be responsible for preparing draft leases, contracts of sale, deeds, transfer documents, closing statements, and related correspondence; coordinating due diligence including ordering and reviewing title reports and surveys; clearance of title exceptions and coordinating closings. 

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Must be organized, detail oriented, able to meet deadlines, multi-task and available to work occasional overtime.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong interpersonal communication and writing skills with the ability to effectively interact via telephone, e-mail and in person with clients and attorneys.
• Commercial real estate experience preferred.

Compensation and Benefits:

Benefits offered include medical, dental, vision and life insurance as well as 401(k)/profit sharing plan.

Salary commensurate with experience.

Please send cover letter and resume to careers@certilmanbalin.com, and indicate the position title in the subject line. 

We are seeking an Associate for our Corporate practice group. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years’ experience and worked in New York City Big Law.  Growth potential to partnership, in the years ahead.

Responsibilities:

• Consult on corporate legal matters including but not limited to mergers and acquisitions, securities offerings, and business transactions
• Review, draft, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other documents including: formation documents; asset purchase agreements, stock purchase agreements, operating agreements; partnership agreements; shareholder agreements, license agreements, distribution agreements, private placement documents, and SEC filings
• Ensure compliance with state and federal laws and regulations and have the ability to advise on the same
• Provide legal advice, identifying risks and proposing solutions
  Legal research
• Respond timely to client requests and inquiries and confer with other attorneys in the office

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree from an accredited institution and licensed to practice law in the state of New York
• Ability to work on complex projects with general direction and minimal guidance
• Ability to manage priorities and workflow
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Acute attention to detail
• Ability to work with all levels of management
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

Compensation and Benefits:

Benefits offered include medical, dental, vision and life insurance as well as 401(k)/profit sharing plan.

Salary commensurate with experience.

Please send cover letter and resume to careers@certilmanbalin.com, and indicate the position in the subject line.