Personal Injury Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Personal Injury Litigation Associate for its Hamilton, New Jersey office. The ideal candidate will possess excellent legal research and writing skills, an entrepreneurial spirit, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. This role offers an extraordinary opportunity for professional development in a challenging yet collegial setting.

Duties

• Support personal injury cases under the guidance of senior attorneys.
• Conduct client intakes and manage depositions.
• Draft and respond to pleadings and evaluate personal injury claims.
• Ascertain experts and provide client guidance through effective communication.
• Conduct medical reviews and negotiate, settle, and litigate cases.
• Participate in trial proceedings.

Requirements

• 1-3 years of legal experience; personal injury experience preferred.
• New Jersey judicial clerkship is a plus.
• Fluency in a second language is a plus.
• Licensed to practice in the State of New Jersey.

Education

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in New Jersey.

Skills

• Strong legal analysis and drafting skills.
• Proficient in negotiation and client relations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Major medical and hospitalization coverage.
• Prescription, dental, and vision plans.
• Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
• Profit sharing and 401(k) plan.
• Paid vacation and holidays.