Attorney
Position Overview
Costello, Valente & Gentry, PC represents clients in Vermont, New Hampshire and Massachusetts within various areas of law, including but not limited to, personal injury, civil litigation, criminal defense, family law, estate planning & long-term care, workers compensation, real estate, business law, and construction and trade litigation.
Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled attorney to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of various areas of law. This role requires exceptional legal drafting skills, the ability to negotiate effectively, and proficiency in legal research tools such as Lexis-Nexis. This person will be responsible for providing legal services to clients while ensuring compliance with all applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
Responsibilities
- Represent clients in legal proceedings, negotiations, and other legal matters.
- Conduct thorough legal research and analysis using tools like Lexis Nexis.
- Draft, review, and revise legal documents, including contracts, pleadings, and briefs.
- Advise clients on their legal rights and obligations in various matters.
- Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients to achieve favorable outcomes.
- Stay updated on changes in laws and regulations that may affect clients.
- Collaborate with other attorneys and legal staff to ensure effective case management.
- Maintain accurate records of all client interactions and case progress.
Skills
- Strong negotiation skills with the ability to advocate for clients effectively.
- Proficiency in legal research tools such as Lexis-Nexis.
- Excellent legal drafting abilities with attention to detail.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective client interaction.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a law office environment.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously.
Qualifications
- Organizational skill
- Attention to detail
- Legal case management
- Legal writing
- Record keeping
- Written communication
Salary
- $50,000.00 to $130,000.00, based on experience