Accredited Business Accountants (ABA), Communication Skills, Detail Oriented, Legal, Legal Research, Litigation, Mentoring, Status Reports, Witness Testimony
SENIOR LITIGATION ASSOCIATE (Hybrid)
Client is excited to add a Senior Litigation Associate to its New Jersey litigation team. With a strong regional presence, our firm offers a supportive environment where attorneys are trusted to take ownership of their cases and collaborate with experienced partners.
We're seeking an associate with 7-10 years of civil litigation experience who is ready to step into a role with real responsibility, meaningful mentorship, and the opportunity to grow within the firm. You'll work on a diverse range of complex civil litigation matters in practice areas such as general liability, construction litigation, employment and labor, and workers compensation.
What Matters Most
To be considered, a qualified candidate should have the ability to handle cases from inception through resolution. This includes (but may not be limited to):
- A Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school and admission to the New Jersey State Bar, are essential prerequisites.
- You should possess at least seven (7) years of prior civil litigation experience and experience in both New Jersey state and federal courts.
- Experience taking and defending depositions.
- Filing dispositive motions in Superior Court.
- Prior ADR experience handling arbitrations and mediations.
- Ability to prepare comprehensive status reports for insurers.
- You should be a self-starter with strong advocacy skills. Proficiency in drafting and arguing dispositive motions, along with the ability to perform legal research and respond to discovery requests, is crucial.
- Taking and defending fact witness and expert depositions will also be part of your role, making attention to detail and effective communication are key attributes for success in this position.