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Job Description Hochheiser & Akmal PLLC, a premier corporate boutique law firm based in Garden City, New York, is seeking an entry-level associate to join its Corporate Department. H&A offers a successful candidate the opportunity to work on complex and cutting-edge commercial transactions for national and multinational companies in a convenient, suburban environment. The firm’s culture is centered around the concept of providing a unique law firm experience for both our clients and our associates. Our clients value our ability to practice at the crossroads of business and law by providing business-driven, practical legal advice. Our attorneys are highly-trained and carefully selected and enjoy the opportunity to work in an energetic and dynamic think tank atmosphere. Responsibilities: · Conduct legal research and draft research memos · Analyze and summarize changes to law · Support the senior attorneys on projects and tasks as needed Skills & Profile: · Strong Westlaw experience · Proven strong legal research, writing and analytical skills · Ability to interpret, analyze, organize and express complex legal material quickly and accurately · Strong attention to detail and organizational skills · Ability to work independently and proactively meet deadlines and achieve individual objectives within larger team projects and goals · High levels of self-direction, self-motivation and energy · Strong communication, presentation and interpersonal skills · Ability to effectively relate to and build relationships with all levels of staff · Ability to thrive in a team environment · Desire to gain experience and contribute to general corporate matters Qualifications: · Admission to the New York Bar · One (1)+ years of relevant experience · Strong academic background with journal and/or moot court experience · Strong computer abilities, including use of Microsoft Office products; Word, Outlook and Excel highly preferred

Job Description The Company Friedman Vartolo LLP is a rapidly growing New York based real estate and default services law firm with 300+ employees across six states. The firm prides itself not solely on its superior legal product, but also on its innovative approach to business and problem solving. We offer a fresh, fast-paced energy, with a startup vibe. The Position Friedman Vartolo LLP is seeking an Entry Level Associate Attorney who is admitted (or pending admission) in NY to join our rapidly growing firm. We are seeking an attorney who is ready and willing to put in the work to succeed individually and to help us grow. The ideal candidate is aggressive, has effective communication skills, is highly motivated and hardworking. The right individual will be able to provide the quality of work that our clients have come to expect from our firm. Responsibilities • Draft, Review and File Summons & Complaint, Dispositive Motions, and other relevant responsive pleadings., • Position may require travel to local state courts to appear on settlement conferences, status conferences and other dispositive motions/hearings., • Appear on settlement conferences, status conferences and other dispositive motions/hearings. Requirements • Applicants must be admitted (or pending admission) in New York, • Excellent written, oral communication and research skills, • Appear on settlement conferences, status conferences and other dispositive motions/hearings., • Prior lender-side default services experience is a plus but not required Compensation/Benefits Compensation is $70,000 Pre-admission/$75,000 Post-admission. We also offer a full benefits package, including medical/dental/vision, fitness reimbursement, and 401(k) with match. ADA Compliance Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Friedman Vartolo to provide reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or candidate with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship for Friedman Vartolo. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact Recruitment at to request an accommodations. Location Garden City, New York office Job Posted by ApplicantPro

Job Description Customs Brokerage Import Manager. Licensed Required Department: Customs Brokerage Level: Manager/Supervisor Overview: Salary Range: $85,000–$125,000 Position Summary The Import Manager directs and manages the activities of the import department within a branch, ensuring all import activities—both transportation and customs brokerage—are in compliance with regulatory requirements. ResponsibilitiesEssential Duties and Responsibilities • Establish, oversee, and continuously improve import process flows in conformance with applicable rules, procedures, and company policy., • Develop internal SOPs and maintain KPIs for efficient management of inbound freight, including timely recovery and handover to brokers., • Collaborate with sales to create customer-specific import handling procedures, especially during new customer onboarding., • Ensure accurate documentation is created and transmitted to government agencies. Provide timely responses to customs, customer, and internal inquiries regarding classification, duty rates, documentation, and other import regulations., • Represent customers to CBP as needed., • Maintain current knowledge of CBP and other agency regulations, incorporating changes into departmental processes and ensuring employees receive proper compliance training., • Organize, update, and disseminate client data (rate agreements, HTS classification, POA, IRS, Customs Bond data, etc.) for proper system updates., • Review and enhance account profitability, billing accuracy, and timeliness., • Arrange transportation, warehousing, or distribution of imported products, balancing transit times and profit opportunities. Negotiate contracts/rates with delivery agents., • Prepare monthly reports for management., • Train and onboard new staff., • Conduct entry audits., • Support accounts receivable collections when needed. Customs Brokerage Responsibilities In certain branches, the Import Manager oversees customs brokerage activities and functions as the broker of record. Responsibilities include: • Serving as the licensed broker responsible to US Customs., • Interfacing with government agencies and maintaining positive relationships., • Maintaining customer bond and power of attorney files., • Performing post-entry functions such as tariff concessions, refunds, duty drawbacks, credits, and issue resolution., • Managing the audit program to ensure continual compliance., • Conducting audits and assessing import compliance on all customs brokerage files., • Supervise Import Supervisors and staff., • Interview, hire, and train employees., • Plan, assign, and direct work., • Appraise performance, reward, and discipline employees., • Address complaints and resolve problems in accordance with company policies and applicable laws. QualificationsEducation and Experience • Associate degree required; bachelor’s degree preferred., • Minimum 5 years of experience handling imports., • At least 3 years of supervisory experience., • Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. Customs Broker License, • A Customs Broker’s License is required in small and medium-sized branches where the Import Manager directly oversees CHB functions., • A license is preferred but not required in larger branches where a licensed broker has direct CHB responsibility., • A Customs Broker’s License is required Essential Job Functions • Strong customer service and communication skills with the ability to handle a wide range of people and inquiries., • Excellent organizational and time management skills., • Ability to manage multiple priorities and lead a profit center., • Capable of reporting on revenue generation, profit, and loss. Benefits A comprehensive benefits package is offered, which may include: • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage beginning the 1st of the month after hire., • 401(k) with company match., • Flexible Spending Accounts., • Life and AD&D Insurance., • Short- and Long-Term Disability., • Tuition Assistance Program., • Commuter Benefits.

Friedman Vartolo LLP is seeking an Entry Level Associate Attorney who is admitted (or pending admission) in NY to join our rapidly growing firm. We are seeking an attorney who is ready and willing to put in the work to succeed individually and to help us grow.

Our attorneys are highly-trained and carefully selected and enjoy the opportunity to work in an energetic and dynamic think tank atmosphere. Support the senior attorneys on projects and tasks as needed.