Careers - Romano Law

Careers

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WE ARE INNOVATIVE PROBLEM SOLVERS!

We are all about getting things done and having fun along the way.  We’re looking for intelligent, dynamic and thoughtful people.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT HERE:

  • You’ll be a part of a work family of really awesome people.
  • Your opinion and feedback will be valued.
  • You’ll be challenged to grow and improve.
  • You’ll be around a lot of interesting clients.  If there’s one thing we’re not around here, it’s bored.

The following positions are available:

YOU ARE:

  • A licensed attorney who has managed people for over 10 years.
  • A natural leader, experienced in taking the initiative and leading conversations.
  • Action-oriented with a sense of urgency for accomplishing goals.
  • An efficient and effective communicator, in plain-English.
  • Conscientious and highly accountable.
  • A problem solver.  You implement practical and timely solutions to improve efficiency.
  • Enthusiastic, energetic and confident.
  • Always responsive and often proactive, keeping clients and the team well-informed.

IN THIS ROLE, YOU WOULD:

  • Oversee accountability, performance and development of the Legal Team.
  • Ensure the firm’s workload is properly distributed among the attorneys with consideration given to expertise.
  • Run weekly attorney meetings and ensure successful completion of goals.
  • Assist with recruiting A-player attorneys, paralegals and other legal staff.
  • Report to the Managing Partners.

WHY US:

  • As we continue to grow, leadership is important to us – we provide an environment that promotes management development.  You will have the opportunity to lead and mentor the next generation of excellent lawyers.
  • Diversity is valued and welcomed at Romano Law.  We appreciate differing backgrounds, experiences, and thoughts.
  • We promote team engagement in our collaborative, communicative, and approachable environment.
  • Base Salary – $100k-$200k (Based on experience and location).

TO BE CONSIDERED:

At Romano Law, we strive to create an environment that promotes happiness and success for each of our team members.  We go to great lengths to make this happen.  Please tell us a little about yourself:

  • Please email your resume and cover letter to careers@romanolaw.com.
  • In your correspondence, please use the subject line “Chief Legal Officer.”
  • In your cover letter, please include (a) your answer to the question “Who was the second person to walk on the moon?”, (b) your base salary requirements and (c) the current value of any portable book of business.
  • Take our 5-minute survey by clicking here.  This is a survey, it’s not a test.  There are no right or wrong answers. No need to overthink it. You’ll be sent a copy of your results instantly.

Senior Business Litigation Attorney

YOU ARE:

  • A stellar attorney with at least 10 full years of experience litigating commercial disputes.
  • Licensed to practice law in New York, Florida and/or California. Other jurisdictions a plus.
  • Practical and resourceful.
  • On point with legal research and writing.
  • Driven and take pride in submitting a well-written and researched brief to the Court.
  • Experienced in drafting pleadings, discovery documents, and motions.
  • Positive, resilient, and confident.  You are almost always prepared.
  • Eager to learn and improve on the job and are receptive to constructive feedback.
  • Polished and poised with lots of energy.
  • Respectful towards everyone- clients, adversaries, colleagues, and cleaning staff alike.
  • Always responsive and often proactive, keeping your clients and the team well-informed.

YOU HAVE:

  • Been involved in document productions and understand how the process works.
  • Attended court conferences and depositions – if not as a first-chair, as a second-chair.
  • A passion for being a lawyer and in particular a litigator.
  • Efficient and effective communication skills, in plain-English.
  • A great sense of humor and litigation deadlines do not phase you.
  • Experience litigating copyright, trademark, or employment matters (a plus, not required).

IN THIS ROLE, YOU WOULD:

  • Report to our Litigation Partner.
  • Draft, review and revise pleadings, discovery, motions and deliver practical advice.
  • Attend court conferences, take depositions and argue motions, as your skills grow.
  • Lead by example: with your work ethic, constructive feedback, and positive attitude.
  • Have significant client contact.
  • Be involved in client development and the growth of the firm.

WHY US:

  • As we continue to grow, leadership is important to us – we provide an environment that promotes management development.  You will have the opportunity to lead the next generation of excellent lawyers.
  • Diversity is valued and welcomed at Romano Law.  We appreciate differing backgrounds, experiences and thoughts.
  • We promote team engagement in our collaborative, communicative and approachable environment
  • Base Salary – $150k-$300k (Based on seniority, experience, book of business and location).

TO BE CONSIDERED:

At Romano Law, we strive to create an environment that promotes happiness and success for each of our team members.  We go to great lengths to make this happen.  Please tell us a little about yourself by:

  • Please email your resume and cover letter to careers@romanolaw.com.
  • In your correspondence, please use the subject line “Senior Business Litigation Attorney.”
  • In your cover letter, please include (a) your answer to the question “Where are motions returnable in New York County?”, (b) your base salary requirements and (c) the current value of any portable book of business.
  • Take our 5-minute survey by clicking here.  This is a survey, it’s not a test. There are no right or wrong answers. No need to overthink it. You’ll be sent a copy of your results instantly.

Head of Entertainment, Media & Sports Department

YOU ARE:

  • A stellar attorney with at least 7-10 years’ experience in film and tv production.
  • Experienced in managing multiple direct reports.
  • Highly knowledgeable in the entertainment industry.
  • Licensed to practice law in New York and/or California.
  • Familiar with film finance and tax credit issues (not required but preferred).
  • Conscientious, thorough and you take the accuracy of your work seriously.
  • Proactive, driven to get things done and good under pressure.  You’re even a little competitive.
  • Polished, practical, enthusiastic and you have a strong work ethic.
  • A natural mentor and enjoy helping develop junior staff.
  • Quick to connect with people and do so in a way that motivates and inspires them.

IN THIS ROLE, YOU WOULD:

  • Report to our Managing Partner.
  • Delegate tasks and ensure deadlines are met.
  • Manage and supervise junior team members reporting to you.
  • Have varied activities that include multiple, simultaneous projects.
  • Use your expertise-based problem-solving skills to offer innovative solutions.
  • Be required to have a high degree of specialized expertise and skill in maintaining established standards of quality and accuracy, believing that quality should never be compromised.
  • Draft, review and revise contracts or agreements and deliver practical, plain English advice.
  • Lead by example: with your work ethic, your drive for success, and positive attitude.
  • Be involved in client development, marketing and the growth of the firm.

WHY US:

  • As we quickly grow, developing our team is important to us – we provide an environment that promotes management development.  You will have the opportunity to lead the next generation of excellent lawyers.
  • Diversity is valued and welcomed at Romano Law. We appreciate differing backgrounds, experiences and thoughts.
  • We promote team engagement in our collaborative, communicative and approachable environment.
  • Base Salary – $100k-$200k (Based on seniority, experience, book of business and location).

TO BE CONSIDERED:

At Romano Law, we strive to create an environment that promotes happiness and success for each of our team members. We go to great lengths to make this happen. Please tell us a little about yourself by:

  • Please email your resume and cover letter to careers@romanolaw.com.
  • In your correspondence, please use the subject line “Head of Entertainment”.
  • In your cover letter, please include (a) your answer to the question “What is the length of the Brooklyn Bridge?”, (b) your base salary requirement and (c) the current value of any portable book of business.
  • Take our 5-minute survey by clicking here.  This is a survey, it’s not a test.  There are no right or wrong answers. No need to overthink it. You’ll be sent a copy of your results instantly.

Client Development Coordinator (Entry Level)

YOU ARE:

  • Motivated, charismatic and eager to learn.
  • Results driven and able to achieve goals consistently and efficiently.
  • Well-organized and resourceful. You think big picture but are attentive to detail.
  • Polished and poised, with good energy and a desire to get things done.
  • People focused with a service orientation but reserved in nature.
  • Courteous and professional, treating everyone (clients and colleagues) with respect.

 YOU HAVE:

  • A commitment to improving your business development skills. You enjoy learning.
  • At least one year of sales or customer service experience.
  • The ability to work at least 40 hours per week.
  • A great sense of humor. You’re resilient and confident.
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills. You’re always responsive and proactive.
  • A sunny disposition even when things get stormy.

IN THIS ROLE, YOU WOULD:

  • Speak to inbound leads, take notes and ensure they are paired with the appropriate attorney.
  • Manage, maintain and track potential inbound leads.
  • Engage with clients, lawyers and prospects.
  • Track and review metrics to measure success of the department.
  • Follow up with potential clients and assist in the onboarding process.
  • Think outside the box to ensure client satisfaction.
  • Report to the Client Development Director.

WHY US:

  • As we continue to grow, we provide an environment that promotes career development.  You will have the opportunity to grow in your role and excel in projects you are passionate about.
  • Diversity is valued and welcomed at Romano Law.  We appreciate differing backgrounds, experiences, and thoughts.
  • We promote team engagement in our collaborative, communicative, and approachable environment.
  • Base Salary – $40k-$55k (Based on experience and location).

TO BE CONSIDERED:

At Romano Law, we strive to create an environment that promotes happiness and success for each of our team members.  We go to great lengths to make this happen.  Please tell us a little about yourself by:

  • Please email your resume, cover letter and salary requirements to careers@romanolaw.com.
  • In your correspondence, please use the subject line “Client Development Coordinator.”
  • In your cover letter, please include your answer to the question “What is the title of the 2009 Oscar Award winner for Best Original Score?”
  • Take our 5-minute survey by clicking here.  This is a survey, it’s not a test. There are no right or wrong answers. No need to overthink it. You’ll be sent a copy of your results instantly.

Paralegal

YOU ARE:

  • Careful and deliberate in your work style.
  • Well-organized and practical in your prioritization, focused on what needs to be done.
  • Creative when coming up with solutions to problems and making decisions.
  • Detail-oriented, producing work that is precise and of high quality.
  • Good under pressure and excellent at meeting deadlines.
  • Someone who enjoys learning and improving.
  • Confident and make decisions based on facts.

YOU HAVE:

  • A Bachelor’s Degree.
  • 1-3 years of experience as a litigation paralegal or equivalent certificates.
  • A systematic, patient pace with an emphasis on getting the job done right.
  • Technical, intellectual focus with a desire to maintain specialty knowledge.
  • A sunny disposition even when things get stormy.
  • Excellent writing skills.

IN THIS ROLE, YOU WOULD:

  • Draft and file court papers.
  • Conduct research.
  • Prepare case materials.
  • Organize documents for attorney review.
  • Prepare, organize and file records and correspondence.
  • Perform administrative duties, such as scheduling and logistics.
  • Assist in client development by speaking with prospective and current clients.
  • Report to a Law Partner.

WHY US:

  • As we continue to grow, we provide an environment that promotes career development.  You will have opportunities to evolve in your role and excel in projects that you are passionate about.
  • Diversity is valued and welcomed at Romano Law.  We appreciate different backgrounds, experiences, and thoughts.
  • We promote team engagement in our collaborative, communicative, and approachable environment.
  • Base Salary – $55k-$85k (Based on experience and location).

TO BE CONSIDERED:

At Romano Law, we strive to demystify the law for our clients, creating an environment that promotes happiness and success for each of our team members.  We go to great lengths to make this happen.  Please tell us a little about yourself by:

  • Sending an email to Careers@RomanoLaw.com with the subject “Paralegal” and include (a) your resume, (b) a cover letter, (c) base salary requirement, and (d) your answer to the question ‘What is the tallest building in New York City?’
  • Taking our 5-minute survey by clicking here.  This is a survey, it’s not a test.  There are no right or wrong answers. No need to overthink it. You’ll be sent a copy of your results instantly.

Your application will be considered ONLY if you have followed ALL the instructions above.