Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A well-regarded law firm is seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney with 4-6 years of experience to join its New Jersey office. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in personal injury/liability defense litigation and experience working with medical records, providers, and expert witnesses. This position offers the opportunity to work both independently and as part of a collaborative litigation team, handling a variety of cases including public entity defense and civil rights matters.

Duties:

• Defend public entities in Tort Claim matters and §1983 Civil Rights litigation.
• Draft discovery demands and work with clients to respond to discovery requests.
• Conduct legal research and draft motions for litigation matters.
• Defend and take depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts.
• Collaborate with medical providers and expert witnesses to gather case information.
• Represent clients in appearances in state and federal courts.

Requirements:

• Proven ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines effectively.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Strong research, writing, and communication abilities.
• Admission to the New Jersey Bar is required.
• Experience in New Jersey state courts is essential; federal court experience is a plus but not required.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Active bar membership in New Jersey.

Skills:

• Expertise in personal injury/liability defense litigation.
• Strong legal research and drafting skills.
• Ability to handle depositions and manage expert witnesses.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

This mid-sized, full-service firm has some really incredible opportunities for a lawyer who is in or is interested in relocating to New Jersey. Convenient to Manhattan (including a satellite Manhattan office), this firm sets reachable goals for partnership. Furthermore, 1,800 hours gets a $10,000 annual bonus, which for most big-firm attorneys is something they can acheive in their sleep. Their competitive salary is all relative, but there is no question that compared to comparable firms in the region, this is one of the most desirable combinations of lifestyle and salary around. With some notable litigators, and several partners who are quite well regarded within the local bar, the mentoring here is tops.