Litigation Attorney - Philly

**THE COMPANY** Friedman Vartolo LLP is a lender-side default services and real estate litigation firm. Over the past several years, the firm has experienced consistent, exponential growth due to our reputation for producing high-quality work and our ability to creatively problem solve and strategize while meeting strict client required deadlines. The firm emphasizes a positive, collaborative culture, employee growth and opportunity. We offer a fresh, fast-paced energy, with a startup vibe. **THE POSITION:** Friedman Vartolo LLP is looking for the absolute best default litigators in each jurisdiction and anticipate compensating them accordingly. We're looking for bright, enthusiastic individuals, with a strong work ethic and a desire to work in a firm with numerous other high-level attorneys. The position requires a litigator capable of handling a wide array of litigated matters, including but not limited to, contested motions, appeals and evidentiary hearings. **RESPONSIBILITIES** - Drafting of motions, briefs, and memorandums of law - Conducting legal research - Appearing on a wide range of court appearances including high level contested motions and evidentiary hearings - Responding to relevant discovery related requests and motion practice - Maintaining responsibility for all aspects of respective contested cases, including devising legal strategies and executing on legal strategies **REQUIREMENTS** - 5+ years of experience independently handling contested motion practice - Admission to practice law in the state of New Jersey and/or/Pennsylvania **APPLICANT SKILLS** - Superior writing, research, and oral advocacy abilities - Capable of identifying and resolving legal issues quickly and proficiently - Able and eager to manage a heavy workload and produce a significant amount of legal work **COMPENSATION** At Friedman Vartolo, we believe that both ability and effort should be rewarded. To that end, we have an aggressive compensation package composed of a competitive base salary and a bonus structure. **LOCATION** The firm has offices in Philadelphia, Jersey City, Manhattan and Garden City. Attorneys have total flexibility and can work a full five days/week in office or entirely remote.