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Attorney Positions
Seeking a bankruptcy attorney with 2+ years of experience to join our Delaware, New
Jersey or New York offices and be part of a team working on matters in New Jersey, New
York, Delaware, Maryland, Texas, and Florida. We seek a motivated individual devoted
to meeting the highest standards of excellence and serving clients, and who wants to be
part of an established and dynamic office and firm. Bar admission in one or more states
in which the Firm has an office and where the candidate desires to be a resident is required.
Strong academic credentials and excellent oral and written communication skills are
required. Litigation experience is a plus. We offer a competitive starting salary plus a
comprehensive benefits program. Salary is commensurate with experience. The salary
range for this position is $200,000 to $315,000.
Seeking corporate attorneys for Delaware, Florida, Maryland, New Jersey, New York or Texas offices. Candidates should have 6+ years of experience with corporate, M&A, securities and/or finance transactions. Applicable bar admission required for the jurisdiction in which the candidate is interested. Strong academic credentials, excellent oral and written communication skills required. We offer a competitive starting salary plus a comprehensive benefits program. Salary is commensurate with experience. The salary range for this position is $245,000 to $450,000.
Seeking an attorney with 5-7+ years’ experience in estate litigation for our New York office. NY bar is required. We have a sophisticated practice and offer an extraordinary opportunity for challenging, interesting, and rewarding work. We seek an individual devoted to meeting the highest standards of excellence and serving clients, and who wants to be part of an established and dynamic firm. Strong academic credentials and excellent oral and written communication skills are required. Salary is commensurate with experience. The salary range for this position is $260,000 to $315,000.
Seeking an associate with 2+ years general experience in sophisticated commercial litigation for our Baltimore, MD office. MD bar is required. We have a sophisticated practice and offer an extraordinary opportunity for challenging, interesting, and rewarding work. We seek an individual devoted to meeting the highest standards of excellence and serving clients, and who wants to be part of an established and dynamic firm. Strong academic credentials and excellent oral and written communication skills are required. We offer a competitive starting salary and a comprehensive benefits program. Salary is commensurate with experience.
Seeking an associate with 2+ years general experience in sophisticated commercial litigation for our New Jersey office. NJ bar is required. We have a sophisticated practice and offer an extraordinary opportunity for challenging, interesting, and rewarding work. We seek an individual devoted to meeting the highest standards of excellence and serving clients, and who wants to be part of an established and dynamic firm. Strong academic credentials and excellent oral and written communication skills are required. We offer a competitive starting salary and a comprehensive benefits program. Salary is commensurate with experience.
Seeking an entry level associate and an associate with 3+ years of experience. Candidates should possess a technical background, preferably in electrical engineering, computer science, or related field, for our patent and other intellectual property litigation practice. Our patent and intellectual property litigation practice provides an excellent opportunity for rewarding, interesting, and challenging work in all aspects of litigation. We seek individuals who are interested in being an integral part of a trial team, self-motivated, and devoted to meeting the highest standards of excellence. Strong academic credentials and excellent oral and written communication skills are required. We offer a competitive starting salary plus a comprehensive benefits program
Seeking an associate with 4+ years of experience in general commercial real estate with an emphasis in transactional matters to join our Florida office. FL bar admission required. Strong academic credentials, excellent oral and written communication skills required. We offer an excellent compensation package and comprehensive benefits program.
Seeking a Tax Associate with 3+ years’ experience to join our New Jersey or New York offices. LL.M preferred in Taxation or Estate Planning. Bar admission in one or more states in which the Firm has an office and where the candidate desires to be resident is required. Strong academic credentials, excellent oral and written communication skills required. We offer an excellent compensation package and comprehensive benefits program. Salary is commensurate with experience. The salary range for this position is $200,000-$315,000.
Seeking a Tax, Trusts & Estates Associate with 3+ years’ experience to join our Florida, New Jersey or New York offices. LL.M preferred in Taxation or Estate Planning. Bar admission in one or more states in which the Firm has an office and where the candidate desires to be resident is required. Strong academic credentials, excellent oral and written communication skills required. We offer an excellent compensation package and comprehensive benefits program. Salary is commensurate with experience. The salary range for this position is $225,000-$315,000.
Staff Positions
Seeking estate planning paralegal to join our New Jersey or New York Offices. Responsible for handling all phases of estate planning, including preparation and drafting of documents, preparing deeds and beneficiary designation forms. Superior communication skills are a must. Candidates must be highly organized and possess the ability to prioritize, be a team player, and have excellent written and verbal skills. Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word and document assembly programs a plus. College degree and/or paralegal certificate and two plus years of experience preferred. We will consider a JD/paralegal candidate as well. We offer a competitive starting salary and a comprehensive benefits program. Salary is commensurate with experience. The salary range for this position is $65,000-$95,000.
Seeking a Human Resources Manager. This position is responsible for firm-wide human resource functions, including resource planning, recruitment, performance evaluations, disciplinary procedures, benefits and employee relations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Provide managerial and administrative support to the Chief Human Resources Officer in the following areas:
• All human resource functions of the Firm, continuously evaluating current Firm policies & procedures, make recommendations for improvement.
• Firm recruiting, hiring, development and retention programs in compliance with state/federal regulations and recommended employment law practices.
• Determine staffing needs for the Firm; meet and maintain benchmarked staffing ratios and trends. Oversee non-exempt personnel including administrative assistants and other clerical staff to ensure that Firm expectations are being met.
• Oversee employee relations and resolution of employment conflicts.
• Work with Firm personnel to ensure the Firm’s compliance in handling requests for leaves of absence.
• Coordinate with Chief Human Resources Officer and Payroll and Benefits Coordinator regarding all Firm benefit plans, including 401(k)/Profit Sharing Plan.
• Ensure the Firm has updated standard job descriptions for support staff & ensure timely review of job descriptions & position specifications.
• Keep Firm Managing Partners and Chief Human Resources Officer informed of HR matters; assist with any reports and financial analysis as requested. Assist with integration of new attorneys.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned by the Chief Human Resources Officer or Firm Managing Partners.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s degree in human resource management or related field, or a comparable level of training such as that which may be acquired through additional work experience. Prior law firm experience, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, SPHR or PHR a plus.
• Approximately 4+ years of progressively responsible work experience with legal or other professional service organizations to gain the expertise needed to administer a professional HR system.
• Ability to identify & analyze complex issues, able to recommend and implement solutions to same.
• Interpersonal skills to communicate and maintain effective/professional relationships with partners, attorneys and staff.
• Broad knowledge of law firm services, policies and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail essential.
• Working knowledge of computer software including Microsoft is necessary.
We offer an excellent compensation package and comprehensive benefits program.
Seeking a marketing assistant to join the Marketing Department in our New Jersey Office. This position will report to the Chief Marketing and Business Development Officer. Duties include: General support for the day-to-day marketing projects for the firm’s five offices. Provide administrative assistance to the marketing team, including scheduling meetings, managing calendars, and handling correspondence. Organize and maintain marketing files, documents, and records. Assist in maintaining marketing databases, including client lists, contact information, and mailing lists. Ensure data accuracy and integrity to support effective marketing campaigns and client communications. Support the planning and execution of firm events, seminars, webinars, and conferences. Coordinate event logistics, including venue selection, vendor coordination, RSVP management, and material preparation. Research and tracking for all charitable requests. Serve as a liaison between the marketing team and other departments within the firm, as well as external vendors and partners. Facilitate communication and ensure alignment on marketing initiatives and priorities. Assist in digital marketing efforts, including social media management, email marketing, and website updates. Help monitor and track the performance of digital marketing campaigns and provide reports as needed. Conduct research on industry trends, competitor activities, and client demographics to support marketing strategies and decision-making. Compile findings into reports and presentations for the marketing team. Posting of all blog entries in a timely manner. General inventory ordering/tracking for brochures, business cards and marketing collateral. General administrative duties including invoice payment. Assist with special projects when requested including events. College Degree. Preferably a major/minor in marketing, communications, English and proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, proficient in all social media outlets, including but not limited to, X, LinkedIn, Facebook & Instagram, ability to work independently and as a team, ability to prioritize and multi-task effectively, high level of attention to detail, must be comfortable completing projects on tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment, intelligence, strong work ethic and high level of professionalism and experience at a professional services firm a plus. We offer a comprehensive starting salary and benefits program.
Seeking a Trust and Estate Administration Paralegal with 5 plus years experience to join our New Jersey, New York or Florida Offices. Responsible for handling all phases of estate and trust administration, including probate (knowledge of New Jersey, New York and Florida probate a plus), extensive communication with clients, financial planners and accountants, preparation of federal and state estate tax returns and fiduciary accountings, distribution of estate assets and trust funding, deed work and etc. Superior communication and mathematical skills are a must. Strong working knowledge of estate tax software (ONESOURCE/Fast Tax), HotDocs and Microsoft Word a plus.
Candidates must be highly organized and possess the ability to prioritize, be a team player, and have excellent written and verbal skills. College degree and/or paralegal certificate preferred. We will consider a JD/paralegal candidate as well. We offer a competitive starting salary and a comprehensive benefits program. Salary is commensurate with experience. The salary range for this position is $76,500 to 162,500.
Trust & Estate Administrative Assistant to join our T&E Department in our New Jersey or New York offices. Experience with general probate procedures (including, but not limited to, document drafting and filing, etc.), communication with clients, probate clerks and other professionals, drafting of initial estate administration documents, assist with asset valuations, transfers and redemptions, collection of cash accounts, marshalling of assets, assistance with preparation of estate tax returns, drafting of distribution documents, and overall general assistance to trust and estate attorneys and paralegals in all other basis aspects of estate and trust administration. Candidates should possess excellent communication skills, be highly organized and be a team player. We offer a competitive starting salary and benefits program. Salary is commensurate with experience. The salary for this position is $65,000 to $75,000.
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We offer an excellent compensation package and comprehensive benefits program.
Cole Schotz is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Please e-mail resume for consideration to:
Gayle P. Englert, Chief Human Resources Officer
Email: genglert@coleschotz.com
Office: 201.525.6307
Fax: 201.678.6307
Cole Schotz P.C.
Court Plaza North
25 Main Street, P.O. Box 800
Hackensack, NJ 07602-0800
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