Education Law & Employment Litigation Associate Attorney

Pay: $100,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a respected, well-established law firm representing public entities, businesses, and individuals across diverse legal matters.
• Build a specialized practice in Education/School Law while expanding your litigation and employment law experience.
• Handle meaningful, high-impact legal work with direct client interaction and courtroom exposure.
• Collaborate with experienced attorneys in a supportive, team-oriented environment.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, and 401(k).
• Grow your long-term career with a firm that values professional development and excellent client service.

Location:

This is a full-time, 100% on-site opportunity based in Moorestown, New Jersey, providing daily collaboration with attorneys and clients in a professional office environment.

Note:

Applicants must be licensed in both New Jersey and Pennsylvania and have at least 1 year of Education/School Law experience along with litigation experience. This position is designed for attorneys with 3+ years of associate-level experience.

About Us

We are a growing regional law firm dedicated to providing responsive, practical, and high-quality legal representation to public entities, businesses, and individuals. Our attorneys work collaboratively to deliver exceptional client service while fostering a supportive and professional culture where attorneys can continue to develop their careers. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Represent public entities, school districts, businesses, and other clients in Education Law matters.
• Handle litigation matters from case strategy through resolution.
• Advise clients on employment law issues, compliance, and risk management.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, contracts, and legal memoranda.
• Conduct legal research and prepare persuasive written work product.
• Attend hearings, depositions, mediations, and court proceedings.
• Collaborate closely with attorneys and clients to develop effective legal strategies.
• Manage an active caseload while maintaining exceptional client service.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active New Jersey and Pennsylvania Bar licenses required.
• 3+ years of associate attorney experience.
• 1+ year of Education/School Law experience required.
• Litigation experience required.
• Employment law experience strongly preferred.
• Strong legal writing, research, and advocacy skills.
• Excellent communication, organization, and time management abilities.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You'll become part of a collaborative legal team where your work directly impacts clients and communities. We offer sophisticated legal work, strong mentorship, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to continue growing your practice within a stable and respected firm.

JPC-1611

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Requirements: Must-have: NJ AND PA bar license required. Must be 3+ year associate. 1+ yr education/school law exp.

• Required Years as Associate: 4-6
• Additional context:
  • Relocation- No
  • Packages - None offered
• Salary Bands (Only if attorney role):
  • 3 to 4 years: $100K–$108K
  • 4 to 5 years: $108K–$117K
  • 5+ years: $117K–$125K

Submission Email: Ayla -

aprice@comegnolaw.com

Quick Recruiter Reference

Regional law firm hiring an Education Law & Employment Litigation Associate Attorney. Must have NJ & PA Bar admission, 3+ years as an associate, and Education Law experience. Fully onsite in Moorestown, NJ.

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• Client job title: Education Law & Employment Litigation Associate Attorney
• Location: Moorestown, NJ
• On-site, hybrid, remote: On-site
• Experience: 3+
• Good fit job titles/keywords for candidates: Education Attorney, School Law Attorney, Education Law Associate, Litigation Associate, Employment Litigation Attorney, Labor & Employment Attorney, Municipal Attorney, Public Entity Attorney
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