About this role
About the company
Our client is a law firm.
The role
Raydar is recruiting for this role on behalf of our client. Join an established multi-department firm as a senior lawyer who brings an existing client following and grows it. The role blends client development, matter leadership and coaching of junior attorneys, with a practical, business-minded approach to service.
What you'll do
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Transition your own client relationships to the firm and expand them over time.
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Cross-sell additional legal services to clients across several departments.
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Offer regionally competitive fees to keep cost-conscious clients and attract new ones.
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Partner with dedicated marketing staff to shape and carry out a business development plan.
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Coach and develop associates and counsel working on your matters.
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If you are a real estate partner with a sizeable practice, take on leadership of the department as the current head steps back.
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Requirements
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What we're looking for
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Partner-level experience in any practice area with documented originations of $500K+ over the last 2 to 3 years.
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Originations that come from clients you personally brought in, not institutional or shared relationship credit.
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A steady, stable career track record.
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A client base with no conflicts of interest.
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Fee structures suited to the local market rather than a large-city firm.
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A collegial, collaborative working style and a business-oriented approach to client service, including strategic counseling and efficiency.
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Bonus points
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Real estate or land use background with a $1M+ book.
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Experience with commercial or transactional property matters in the region.
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Prior partner-level experience at a large urban firm.
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Experience leading or bringing over a group of attorneys.
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Benefits
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Compensation and benefits
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Base salary: USD 250,000 to 500,000 per year
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Location and work model
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Hybrid, New Jersey and New York, United States
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A couple of days per week in office, with added flexibility for partners with large books
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Full-time