Professional Liability Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Roseland, NJ, is seeking a Professional Liability Attorney with 2-4 years of legal experience. The role focuses on civil litigation defense, mainly representing private employers and state government agencies in employment matters. The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical, writing, research, and communication skills.

Duties:

• Provide legal representation to clients in professional liability cases, primarily in civil litigation defense.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on complex issues related to employment law.
• Draft legal documents such as pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and briefs.
• Attend court hearings, depositions, and mediations as necessary.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and internal stakeholders.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar of New Jersey (or ability to waive in or obtain admission promptly).
• 2-4 years of relevant legal experience, preferably in professional liability or civil litigation defense.
• Demonstrated interest in employment law and defending employers and government agencies.

Certifications:

• Admission to the New Jersey State Bar (or ability to waive in or obtain promptly).

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in legal research and drafting legal documents.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary, including multiple financial bonus opportunities throughout the year.
• Comprehensive employee benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

This firm has a well-deserved reputation for promoting innovation and diversity within its ranks. The firm is consistently rated in the top 25% of all 250+ attorney national firms in regards to its minority hiring practices and its utilization of cutting edge technology and reputation for personal service earn the firm kudos from clients. Its attorneys seem to be content as well based upon the firm's amazingly low turnover rate. Practice areas include: appellate advocacy, construction defects, employment, environmental and toxic torts, IP, insurance coverage, medical devices and pharmaceutical, securities and investment, sports and entertaiment, workers compensation, transportation, technology and automobile, general, healthcare, liquor, products, professional, railroad and retail liability.