Associate Attorney - Workers' Compensation

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney with 1-4 years of litigation experience to join its Workers' Compensation Department in Roseland, NJ. This role offers the opportunity to handle a variety of workers' compensation claims, including high-exposure and complex cases.

Duties

• Litigate workers' compensation claims involving repetitive trauma, occupational disease, and other complex issues.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop innovative defense strategies for clients across various industries.
• Participate in mentorship programs to develop skills for managing cases from inception to resolution.

Requirements

• 1-4 years of litigation experience, preferably in workers' compensation.
• Strong analytical, writing, research, and communication skills.
• Desire to advance within the firm and assist others in doing the same.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admission to the state bar of New Jersey.

Skills

• Proficiency in legal research and writing.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse and inclusive environment.
• Strong organizational and case management skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive employee benefits package.
• Multiple financial bonus opportunities throughout the year.
• Firm-funded Lifestyle Account.

This firm has a well-deserved reputation for promoting innovation and diversity within its ranks. The firm is consistently rated in the top 25% of all 250+ attorney national firms in regards to its minority hiring practices and its utilization of cutting edge technology and reputation for personal service earn the firm kudos from clients. Its attorneys seem to be content as well based upon the firm's amazingly low turnover rate. Practice areas include: appellate advocacy, construction defects, employment, environmental and toxic torts, IP, insurance coverage, medical devices and pharmaceutical, securities and investment, sports and entertaiment, workers compensation, transportation, technology and automobile, general, healthcare, liquor, products, professional, railroad and retail liability.