Zeichner Ellman & Krause LLP offers associates an excellent environment in which to develop and exercise their legal skills. We believe that ZEK represents an appealing work environment offering challenging legal practice in a firm where outside interests are encouraged (and believed to make you a better lawyer). We are always on the lookout for bright, energetic lawyers who enjoy the practice of law, seek a collegial professional situation and value the importance of a life inside and outside the office. ZEK has been and continues to be committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. * Unlike other firms, where partners routinely delegate discrete tasks to associates, junior lawyers at ZEK receive significant responsibility for matters assigned to them. Working closely with the Firm's partners, our associates are involved in all aspects of client representation. We strongly support firm-related career and practice development activities as well as outside professional activities. Positions Associate Attorney - Bank Financing Zeichner Ellman & Krause LLP is a medium-sized prestigious mid-town banking law firm that fosters an environment where talented individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences can work in a collegial atmosphere. ZEK’s growing Banking and Real Estate Lending Practice is seeking an attorney with one to three years of experience. Qualifications: J.D. from an accredited law schoolAdmitted to practice law in New York or passed the bar and awaiting admissionOne to 3 years of experience as banking and lending associate Responsibilities: The role will include drafting documentation for bank and non-bank financial institutions and private lenders for transactions secured by real estate, various other types of personal property, as well as for non-performing remedial matters. The ideal candidate should have strong writing, organizational and analytical skills and is capable of running a transaction as part of the team. Job Type: Full-time License/Certification: NY Bar Admission or pending admission Salary Range: $140,000-$160,000, commensurate with experience Work Location: In person (with some remote flexibility) Benefits: Medical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceDisability Insurance401(k)Paid Parental LeaveGenerous Paid Time OffCommuter BenefitsProfessional development assistance See our website www.zeklaw.com to learn more about our firm, which is a 40+ year old law firm with a history of high-quality work and strong integrity practicing in a collaborative environment and poised for continued strong growth. To apply, submit resume and cover letter to: hiring@zeklaw.com Associate Attorney - Litigation, New York, NY Zeichner Ellman & Krause LLP, a prestigious medium-sized New York-based commercial law firm with a strong corporate and banking litigation practice, and which fosters an environment where talented individuals can work in a collegial atmosphere, seeks a commercial litigation associate for its Manhattan office. Required Qualifications At least 3 years of commercial litigation experienceStrong writing and analytical skillsAdmission to the New York Bar Responsibilities The role will include preparation of pleadings and motions, depositions, court appearances, trial assistance, and direct client contact. Job Type: Full-time License/Certification: NY Bar Admission Salary Range: $185,000-$220,000, commensurate with experience Work Location: Hybrid - 8 days a month in office Featured Benefits: Flexible Hybrid work scheduleMedical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceDisability Insurance401(k)Paid Parental LeaveGenerous Paid Time OffCommuter Benefits See our website www.zeklaw.com to learn more about our firm, which has a 35+ year history of high-quality work and strong integrity, practicing in a collaborative environment and poised for strong growth. To apply, submit your resume to: hiring@zeklaw.com Associate Attorney - Litigation, Stamford, CT Zeichner Ellman & Krause LLP, a medium sized prestigious commercial law firm with a strong banking and corporate litigation practice, seeks a Litigation Associate for its Stamford, Connecticut office. Admission in Connecticut required. Qualifications J.D. or LL.M. degree from an accredited law schoolAt least 5 years of experience as a litigation attorney primarily in CTAdmission in ConnecticutStrong research and writing skills Responsibilities Prepare pleadings and motionsEnsure discovery compliancePrepare for and attend depositions and court appearances and assist at trialWork 2 days a week in our Stamford office Job Type: Full-time License/Certification: CT Bar Admission Salary range: $165,000 - $180,000, commensurate with experience. Work Location: Hybrid - 2 days a week in office Benefits Flexible hybrid work scheduleMedical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceDisability Insurance401(k)Paid fees for CLE Courses and attorney registrationsPaid Parental LeaveGenerous Paid Time OffCommuter Benefits See our website www.zeklaw.com to learn more about our firm, which has a 35+ year history of high-quality work and strong integrity, practicing in a collaborative environment and poised for strong growth. To apply, submit your resume to: hiring@zeklaw.com Staff Hiring ZEK is constantly on the lookout for conscientious, energetic individuals to join our legal support team. We offer an attractive compensation package and a professional, collegial work atmosphere. All inquiries will be held in strict confidence. To apply, please forward cover letter and resume to: Natalie Jordet Cascio, HR and Marketing Director Zeichner Ellman & Krause LLP 730 Third Avenue New York, New York 10017 hiring@zeklaw.com Lateral Hiring To apply, please forward a cover letter, resume and law school transcript to our hiring partner: Philip S. Rosen, Esq. Partner Zeichner Ellman & Krause LLP 730 Third Avenue New York, New York 10017 prosen@zeklaw.com * The firm is an equal opportunity employer. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at ZEK are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. It offers all candidates equal opportunity for employment and advancement based on their ability and without regard to race, religion, creed, color, sex, veteran status, sexual orientation, civil union, domestic partnership status, gender identity and expression, learning disability, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, familial status, genetic information, citizenship status, physical or mental disability or other classification or characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. All inquiries will be held in strict confidence, and employment decisions will be made on a nondiscriminatory basis so as to further the principle of equal employment opportunity. Note to Employment Agencies: Please do not forward any unsolicited resumes. ZEK is not responsible for any fees related to resumes that are unsolicited.