Associate Attorney needed for Parsippany office

Job Overview:

A leading debt collection law firm in the tri-state area is seeking a motivated Associate Attorney to join its Parsippany, NJ office. This full-time position is ideal for attorneys with 0–5 years of experience who are looking to gain substantial litigation experience in a structured, plaintiff-oriented environment. The role involves managing cases through all phases of litigation, including frequent court appearances. This position includes a comprehensive training program and does not require billable hours, offering an excellent opportunity for early-career development.

Location:

• Parsippany, New Jersey

Duties:

• Handle litigation matters from case inception through trial

• Draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents

• Attend weekly court appearances across New Jersey

• Engage in settlement negotiations and trial preparation

• Collaborate with legal support staff for file management

• Participate in one weekend workday per month

Requirements:

• 0–5 years of legal experience

• Admitted to practice law in New Jersey

• Willingness to work more than 40 hours per week and one weekend day monthly

• Experience in litigation or collections preferred

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Active bar admission in New Jersey (mandatory)

• Admission in New York or Pennsylvania is a plus

Skills:

• Strong litigation and courtroom presence

• Excellent legal writing and oral advocacy skills

• Strong organizational and time-management capabilities

• Eagerness to learn in a fast-paced litigation environment

• Team player with professional demeanor

Benefits:

• Medical and dental insurance

• Paid vacation and sick leave

• 401(k) plan

• Paid CLE (Continuing Legal Education) courses

• Formal mentoring and training programs

• No billable hour requirement

This firm is located in New Jersey and has been practicing for over 85 years in retail collections. This firm has more than 300 employees working together to provide the highest quality legal services for each client. This firm was chosen as the beta side to test and implement programs to computerize communications between the courts and litigants. This firm takes great pride in its work and strives to keep the client as the top priority.