Trial Attorney - Insurance Defense

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a full-time Trial Attorney for its Insurance Defense Department in Hackensack, NJ. The ideal candidate will handle various insurance defense matters from initial file opening through discovery to resolution, including trial. This role requires actual trial experience to verdict and New Jersey bar admission, with New York bar admission being a plus.

Duties

• Manage insurance defense cases from inception to resolution.
• Conduct discovery and prepare for trial.
• Represent clients in court proceedings.
• Collaborate with team members to develop case strategies.

Requirements

• New Jersey bar admission required.
• New York bar admission preferred.
• Proven trial experience to verdict.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the New Jersey State Bar.

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Long-term disability and firm-paid life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with matching and profit sharing.
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• Additional perks such as free flu shots and company outings.

Established in the last quarter of the twentieth century, this prestigious law firm has offices in the states of New Jersey and New York and is comprised of a sizable team of highly skilled attorneys. Some of the firm's key areas of practice are appellate law, construction law, environmental litigation, insurance law, real estate transactions, and zoning & land use law. Community service efforts are encouraged at the firm.