Hear from the folks who work here.
SSJR is always looking for good people who possess a solid work ethic, enjoy a working environment of camaraderie and respect, relish challenges and appreciate our clients.
Jessica K. Butchko|Intellectual Property Paralegal
When I was looking for a legal position after earning my paralegal certificate, SSJR offered tremendous room for growth and the opportunity to learn various aspects of the law – not just administrative tasks. Since I interact with attorneys and clients all over the world to maintain foreign intellectual property and record ownership, I am able to use my undergraduate degree in International Studies and, occasionally, even use my French!
Elizabeth Potter|Business Manager
It is a pleasure working here; I’ve been here a little over 20 years. What I like most is the fact that every day is different. The people, the clients and the variety of the work we do make for a new beginning to each day. Plus, Stamford is a great place to live and work. It is both a city and a suburb, with easy access to everything NYC has to offer. Most of us here have a 5-minute commute!
Mary Hudson|Network Engineer/IT Manager
This is a firm that takes the time to develop people, shows appreciation for hard work, and promotes a friendly, yet professional atmosphere. It is not unusual for us to have firm-wide luncheons, outings or other “perks.” In my area, what attracted me to SSJR was its commitment to keeping up with the latest software and IT developments; not just so that we’re at the leading edge technologically, but so our clients benefit as well.
Erin R. Woelker|Associate
I read an article that, according to U.S. court dockets, SSJR was one of only three boutique firms to expand its litigation practice; I wanted to be a part of that growth. Starting out as an associate I was immediately given sophisticated, high quality matters and responsibilities that would have taken me five years to work up to in a large firm.
Benjamin J. Lehberger|Associate
I interviewed with large, medium and small firms. SSJR has an entrepreneurial feel -- you are given a lot of responsibility early on, and you have the opportunity to work on a broad range of intellectual property matters that allows you to develop a diverse practice. The atmosphere is collegial, relaxed, not intimidating and the compensation is competitive with the big NYC firms.
Christopher H. Strate|Associate
I was attracted to the tremendous mix of clients. I work directly with clients and attorneys from all over the US and Europe. One day I’m guiding a small inventor with a good idea through the patent process; the next day I’m working with the litigation team to protect the interests of a major corporation. This client diversity keeps what I do challenging and fresh.