Urgent: New York Attorney Needed This Weekend for Limited Scope CPLR 321(d) Appearance

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We are seeking a New York attorney admitted in good standing who is available this weekend for a limited-scope engagement in a New York State civil matter. Our paralegal team has already prepared a draft amended answer. The assignment is straightforward and primarily involves reviewing the draft, making any necessary legal revisions, signing as counsel, and filing the amended answer pursuant to a CPLR 321(d) limited scope appearance. Scope of Work ● Review a substantially completed amended answer. ● Make any necessary legal or procedural revisions. ● File a Notice of Limited Scope Appearance, if appropriate. ● Sign and file the amended answer in New York State court. ● Representation is limited to this filing unless separately agreed. Case Overview
The primary defense is that neither the individual defendant nor the corporate entity was a party to, or signed, the contract at issue. Additionally, the plaintiff is pursuing the same underlying dispute in another court, creating concerns regarding duplicative litigation. The legal issues are relatively narrow, and the draft pleading has already been prepared. Requirements ● Admitted to practice in New York. ● Experience with New York State civil litigation and the CPLR. ● Comfortable with limited-scope representations under CPLR 321(d). ● Available to begin immediately and complete the engagement this weekend. ● Able to communicate promptly throughout the engagement. Please include: ● Your New York admission year. ● Relevant civil litigation experience. ● Your availability this weekend. ● Your proposed flat fee (or estimated fee) for this limited engagement. We are prepared to retain qualified counsel immediately.

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  • 1-3 months
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New York State Bar Association
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Member since Apr 18, 2024
  • United States
    Westbury5:46 PM
  • $68K total spent
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  • 3,368 hours

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