Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a 3rd or 4th year commercial litigation associate for its Newark, New Jersey office. This role offers growth opportunities in a supportive environment, providing hands-on experience and client development opportunities across various industries and practice areas.

Duties

• Engage in client contact and strategize on all aspects of litigation matters.
• Participate in depositions, including preparation and defense.
• Conduct legal research and draft motions.
• Manage discovery processes, including document collection and review.

Requirements

• Admitted to practice law in New York and New Jersey.
• Experience with dispositive and non-dispositive motions.
• Proficiency in e-discovery platforms like Relativity.
• Experience in preparing deposition outlines and assisting in depositions.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Bar admission in New York and New Jersey.

Skills

• Strong research and writing abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in lean teams.

Benefits

• Opportunities for mentorship and client development.
• Exposure to a variety of industries and practice areas.

This is a mid-sized New York firm that has maintained its mid-sized, yet highly reputed, nature for well over half a century. They pride themselves on their ability to cater to clients like few business law firms do. They dedicate themselves to going the extra mile to set themselves apart from the crowd. The fact that they represent some very big name companies is a sign that this strategy is working. Beyond normal business law, they also have a stake in other, more specialty laws in and around New York. Salaries are good, and bonuses are supposed to be excellent.