Workers' Compensation Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A distinguished law firm is seeking a self-motivated Associate Attorney to join its Workers' Compensation practice group in Moorestown, NJ. This position is ideal for a candidate with strong writing, research, and litigation skills, who is looking to grow within a collaborative and dynamic legal team.

Location:

• Moorestown, NJ

Duties:

• Conduct thorough file review and legal analysis of workers' compensation claims.
• Perform extensive legal research and draft client correspondence, discovery materials, and legal briefs.
• Represent clients in depositions and hearings related to workers' compensation cases.
• Prepare for trials, including witness retention and evaluation.
• Draft appeals and appellate briefs as needed.
• Meet the annual billable hour requirement of 1950 hours.

Requirements:

• 2+ years of experience in workers' compensation law (experience in other practice areas is a plus).
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice in New Jersey (additional state bar admissions are a plus but not required).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent legal research and writing abilities.
• Strong oral communication skills for client interactions and court appearances.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong client service skills and the ability to respond promptly to communications.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-approved law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the New Jersey State Bar is required.

Skills:

• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Superior analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and client management skills.
• Ability to manage a high caseload and meet billable hour requirements.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation with an innovative financial incentive bonus program.
• Comprehensive benefits, including healthcare and 401k matching.
• Proactive support and training for marketing and business development goals.
• Exceptional growth and advancement opportunities within the firm.