Junior Litigation Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Junior Litigation Attorney in Paramus, New Jersey. This role is perfect for an attorney with 1-3 years of experience eager to enhance their litigation skills in public entity defense, employment law, and municipal matters. The successful candidate will collaborate with senior partners and gain comprehensive exposure to litigation processes while advocating for clients' interests.

Duties

• Handle a broad range of litigation matters, including municipal law, public entity defense, employment disputes, and tort claims.
• Assist in all phases of litigation, including research, drafting pleadings, and preparing motions.
• Conduct comprehensive legal research utilizing various databases to support case strategies.
• Draft and review legal documents, correspondence, and discovery materials.
• Represent clients in depositions, court conferences, and hearings.
• Participate in client meetings and maintain effective communication throughout the litigation process.
• Engage in direct client interactions, including attendance at day and evening meetings.
• Support trial preparation, including witness preparation and exhibit organization.
• Assist with Title 59 New Jersey Tort Claims Act defense matters.
• Handle employment law cases, including disciplinary proceedings and discrimination matters.
• Support municipal law matters, including land use, redevelopment, and public entity liability issues.
• Manage discovery processes and respond to discovery requests.

Requirements

• 1-3 years of litigation experience in a law firm setting.
• Experience in New Jersey litigation.
• Familiarity with Title 59 Tort Claims Act matters.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admission to practice law in New Jersey (required).
• Current good standing with the New Jersey State Bar.

Skills

• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and legal software.
• Experience with case management systems.
• Familiarity with e-discovery tools and platforms.
• Knowledge of legal research tools such as Westlaw or LexisNexis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage cases independently and work collaboratively within a team.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.

The head office is located in New Jersey. The law practice employs eighty highly-proficient attorneys. They represent clients throughout the U.S. There are twenty-one varied practice areas. A number of their practice disciplines consist of banking, corporate law, healthcare, litigation and public finance. Practice areas are broad in scope as well. Attorneys were named in a leading industry periodical.