Partner with Portable Book of Business, All Practice Areas

Overview

This role is for an experienced legal partner with a portable book of business to join a growing practice at a full-service New Jersey law firm. Real estate is a priority, though partners across practice areas are encouraged to bring existing clients and build their practices on a collaborative platform.

Responsibilities

• Bring and grow a portable client book while developing cross-selling opportunities across practice areas.
• Work with the firm’s marketing professionals to develop and execute a business development plan.
• Mentor and train associates and counsel working on your matters.
• For real estate partners with a substantial book, consider opportunities for department leadership as senior leadership transitions.
• Serve clients with a business-oriented approach, including strategic counseling, efficient service, and value creation.

Requirements

• 8 to 15 years of experience as a partner.
• A portable book with at least $500,000 in documented originations over the past 2 to 3 years, based on your own clients rather than relationship credit.
• Experience in New Jersey commercial or transactional real estate; real estate and land use partners are especially relevant.
• A client book that clears conflicts, a stable career history, and billing rates appropriate for a New Jersey platform.
• A collegial, collaborative approach to negotiating, billing, and client relationships.

Preferred Qualifications

• New York real estate experience.
• A book of $1 million or more.
• Experience bringing an attorney team.
• New Jersey residency.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $250,000 to $500,000 annually.
• Visa sponsorship is not available.

Location

• Fully remote, with New York, New York as the primary location.