Mid to Senior Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm located in Parsippany is seeking a Mid to Senior Litigation Associate Attorney. The Mid to Senior Litigation Associate Attorney will handle substantive and client-facing assignments, gaining valuable experience and professional growth opportunities in a collaborative environment. They will be responsible for litigating in both state and federal court, developing litigation strategies, and managing various aspects of litigation.

Duties:

• Litigating in both state and federal court
• Collaborating with partners and clients to develop litigation strategies
• Conducting discovery, including depositions, document review, and expert witness preparation
• Drafting motions and other legal documents
• Managing e-discovery processes
• Navigating discovery disputes
• Arguing motions
• Taking and defending depositions
• Conducting fact and expert discovery
• Managing multiple cases and prioritizing tasks and deadlines effectively

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in general commercial litigation
• Top academic credentials and a J.D. from an accredited law school
• Admission to the New Jersey State Bar, or ability to waive in

Education:

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

Certifications:

Admission to the New Jersey State Bar

Skills:

• Strong analytical abilities
• Excellent client-relations skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits Offered:

Comprehensive benefits package including health benefits, life insurance, disability income protection, paid parental leave, retirement savings and planning, college coaching, child and elder care offerings, and more

Ranked as one of the Best Law Firm for Firm Culture and for Associate/Partner Relations, associates regard this firm as having a good work/life balance with down to earth and respectful people. Associates have great opportunities to work on complex matters in a friendly atmosphere with good long-term prospects. Additionally, the attorneys take seriously their professional and moral duty to assist the underrepresented. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.