Litigation Attorney

A law firm in Newark, NJ, is seeking a Litigation Attorney to handle all aspects of cases in state and federal court.

Job Overview:

The candidate will be responsible for pre-trial preparation, court appearances, motions, depositions, mediations, negotiations, and trials. They must possess strong communication, negotiation, and analytical skills, and have a proven track record of winning, including jury trials as first chair.

Duties:

• Manage all aspects of cases in state and federal court
• Meet with clients and file lawsuits
• Propound and respond to written discovery
• Schedule and attend fact witness depositions
• Retain appropriate experts and attend expert depositions
• Schedule and attend all hearings
• Prepare for and attend mediations
• Prepare cases for trial and try cases to verdict
• Prepare and file post-trial motions
• Attend file audits, litigation attorney meetings, and trial clinics

Requirements:

• License in good standing to practice law in New Jersey
• Proven track record of winning, including jury trials as first chair
• Ability to handle a large and active caseload from filing through verdict
• Success providing direction and guidance to a team of staff
• Impeccable verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Analytical and research skills
• Strong courtroom presence and eagerness to try cases

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) plus 8-paid holidays
• Bonuses
• Medical Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision, STD & LTD, and other medical coverages)
• Bereavement Leave
• Hospital Leave
• Group and Optional Life insurance
• 401(k) with company matching