Benefits:- 401(k)
- Employee discounts
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Associate Attorney – Personal Injury & Workers’ Compensation
Christopher P. Gargano, P.C. | Jersey City/Newark, NJFull-Time
Christopher P. Gargano, P.C. seeks an Associate Attorney to join our plaintiff’s personal injury and workers’ compensation practice serving Jersey City, Newark, and surrounding communities. This position offers hands-on litigation experience, direct client contact, and the opportunity to work closely with experienced attorneys, including a Certified Civil Trial Attorney.
We are looking for a motivated attorney with strong writing skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage cases and deadlines in a busy litigation practice.
Responsibilities
- Handle personal injury and workers’ compensation matters from inception through resolution, with guidance from senior attorneys.
- Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery responses, and settlement submissions.
- Conduct and defend depositions and prepare clients for testimony.
- Appear in Superior Court and Workers’ Compensation Court for conferences, motions, and hearings.
- Review medical records, evaluate claims, and coordinate with medical providers and experts.
- Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, insurance carriers, and court personnel.
- Participate in settlement negotiations, mediations, and trial preparation.
- Maintain organized files and ensure compliance with court deadlines.
Qualifications
- J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to the New Jersey Bar in good standing.
- Experience in personal injury, workers’ compensation, or civil litigation preferred.
- Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
- Ability to manage multiple matters, prioritize assignments, and meet deadlines.
- Attention to detail, initiative, and a commitment to responsive client service.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with attorneys and support staff.