Bankruptcy and Commercial Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a talented and driven Bankruptcy and Commercial Litigation Associate in Newark. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of experience, a strong academic background, and excellent writing skills. Admission to practice in New York and New Jersey is required. Experience handling litigation and creditors' rights matters in and out of the United States Bankruptcy Court is preferred.

Duties

• Handle litigation and creditors' rights matters.
• Engage in legal research and writing.
• Collaborate with team members on case strategy.
• Represent clients in court proceedings.

Requirements

• 2-5 years of relevant experience.
• Admitted to practice in New York and New Jersey.
• Strong academic background.
• Excellent writing skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Bar admission in New York and New Jersey.

Skills

• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Firm-paid basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits.
• Comprehensive medical/prescription drug coverage.
• Dental and vision coverage.
• 401(k) plan with various contribution options.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Parental leave and other leaves of absence.
• Employee assistance program and behavioral health services.
• Firm-paid back-up child/elder care and pet care program.
• Tax-advantaged college savings 529 Plan.
• Employee discounts through Working Advantage.
• Eligibility for discretionary bonus.

This firm has given a lot of thought to the interplay between the New York and the New Jersey legal markets. Although one of the oldest and largest in New Jersey, this firm wants to capture the Manhattan type work at Manhattan type billing rates. Although they are not quite there yet, this firm has developed a structure that enables it to base the bulk of its personnel and resources in New Jersey, and have a small New York space from which to handle the 'big city' work. An interesting plan, to be sure. Associates here rave about the reasonable hours and the immediate responsibility, many of whom deal directly with clients and handle entire cases. This is one of the few New Jersey firms where you will see the reverse commute--attorneys leaving Manhattan to take advantage of pleasant work environment and excellent training ground.