Schneider Buchel LLP
Overview
About the Role We are seeking an experienced Pre-Trial Litigation Attorney with 5+ years of litigation experience to join our growing team. This role offers the opportunity to manage complex cases from intake through pre-trial stages, with significant client interaction and hands-on responsibility. If you’re motivated by results, confident in the courtroom, and skilled at navigating discovery, motion practice, and settlement strategy, we’d love to hear from you. Our Culture & Values
At Schneider Buchel, we’re serious about excellence—but we don’t take ourselves too seriously. We bring high standards, sharp minds, and strong values to the table every day. Our team delivers best-in-class legal work with precision, urgency, and a relentless focus on client service. We lead in our market because we set the bar higher for quality, responsiveness, and results. We’re a firm that works hard, celebrates wins, supports one another, and never settles for “good enough.” If you thrive in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment where your contribution is celebrated and valued, you’ll feel right at home here. Responsibilities
Manage litigation matters from inception through pre-trial, including case strategy, pleadings, discovery, and motion practice Draft, review, and argue motions (dispositive and non-dispositive) in state and federal courts Discovery: Conducting and managing the discovery process, including taking and defending depositions Develop and implement case strategies in consultation with clients and senior attorneys Participate in settlement negotiations, mediation, and arbitration proceedings Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, briefs, and advisory opinions Maintain regular, proactive communication with clients, property managers, and board members Collaborate with colleagues on high-profile cases and firm initiatives Attend occasional board meetings to provide litigation updates or guidance Case Management: Overseeing cases from inception to resolution, including strategy development and client advisement Court Appearances: Representing clients in court, including trials, hearings, and mediations Qualifications
Admitted to practice law in New York State 5+ years of relevant litigation experience with strong pre-trial experience Familiarity with community association law, zoning, and local regulatory frameworks is a plus Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong analytical and organizational abilities Client-focused with an ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously Comfortable working independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced environment Compensation
$140,000+ yearly DOE
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About the Role We are seeking an experienced Pre-Trial Litigation Attorney with 5+ years of litigation experience to join our growing team. This role offers the opportunity to manage complex cases from intake through pre-trial stages, with significant client interaction and hands-on responsibility. If you’re motivated by results, confident in the courtroom, and skilled at navigating discovery, motion practice, and settlement strategy, we’d love to hear from you. Our Culture & Values
At Schneider Buchel, we’re serious about excellence—but we don’t take ourselves too seriously. We bring high standards, sharp minds, and strong values to the table every day. Our team delivers best-in-class legal work with precision, urgency, and a relentless focus on client service. We lead in our market because we set the bar higher for quality, responsiveness, and results. We’re a firm that works hard, celebrates wins, supports one another, and never settles for “good enough.” If you thrive in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment where your contribution is celebrated and valued, you’ll feel right at home here. Responsibilities
Manage litigation matters from inception through pre-trial, including case strategy, pleadings, discovery, and motion practice Draft, review, and argue motions (dispositive and non-dispositive) in state and federal courts Discovery: Conducting and managing the discovery process, including taking and defending depositions Develop and implement case strategies in consultation with clients and senior attorneys Participate in settlement negotiations, mediation, and arbitration proceedings Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, briefs, and advisory opinions Maintain regular, proactive communication with clients, property managers, and board members Collaborate with colleagues on high-profile cases and firm initiatives Attend occasional board meetings to provide litigation updates or guidance Case Management: Overseeing cases from inception to resolution, including strategy development and client advisement Court Appearances: Representing clients in court, including trials, hearings, and mediations Qualifications
Admitted to practice law in New York State 5+ years of relevant litigation experience with strong pre-trial experience Familiarity with community association law, zoning, and local regulatory frameworks is a plus Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong analytical and organizational abilities Client-focused with an ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously Comfortable working independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced environment Compensation
$140,000+ yearly DOE
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