Litigation Associate Attorney - Insurance Defense

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Litigation Associate Attorney for their Insurance Defense practice in New Brunswick, NJ. This role offers hands-on litigation experience with a focus on automobile insurance defense and general liability matters. The position supports a hybrid work schedule to promote flexibility and work-life balance.

Duties

• Manage a caseload focused on automobile insurance defense matters.
• Handle general liability cases, including premises liability and homeowners' claims.
• Work on UM/UIM matters, insurance coverage issues, and appellate assignments.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal correspondence.
• Conduct depositions, court appearances, and mediations.
• Represent clients in hearings, arbitrations, and trial proceedings.
• Maintain proactive communication with clients and insurance carriers.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure efficient case strategy and execution.

Requirements

• Admission to the New Jersey Bar (required); New York and/or Pennsylvania admission is a plus.
• 2-6 years of litigation experience preferred, ideally in insurance defense.
• Strong legal writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Experience handling depositions and court appearances preferred.
• Ability to manage a caseload independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to professionalism, client service, and high-quality work.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admission to the New Jersey Bar.

Skills

• Strong legal writing and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in managing a caseload independently.

Benefits

• Hybrid work schedule offering flexibility.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life and long-term disability insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts (health and dependent care).
• 401(k) with a 10% company match.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Firm-sponsored events and wellness initiatives.
• Ongoing professional development and growth opportunities.

Established more than 35 years ago, this premier AV-rated law firm has offices throughout the U.S. and is comprised of a fairly large team of highly qualified attorneys who specialize in complex commercial litigation for public and private clients. Some of the firm's main areas of practice are accountants' malpractice defense, civil rights litigation, insurance coverage-bad faith litigation, and transactional-business.