Associate Attorney - Workers' Compensation

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney with 5-10 years of litigation experience to join its Workers' Compensation Department in Roseland, NJ. This role offers the opportunity to handle a variety of complex workers' compensation claims across multiple industries.

Duties

• Litigate high-exposure workers' compensation claims.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop defense strategies.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents.
• Communicate effectively with clients and team members.

Requirements

• 5-10 years of litigation experience in workers' compensation.
• Strong analytical, writing, and research skills.
• Excellent communication abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admission to the state bar of New Jersey.

Skills

• Proficiency in legal research and writing.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to handle complex litigation matters.

Benefits

• Comprehensive employee benefits package.
• Opportunities for financial bonuses throughout the year.
• Firm-funded lifestyle account.
• Diverse and inclusive work environment.

This firm has a well-deserved reputation for promoting innovation and diversity within its ranks. The firm is consistently rated in the top 25% of all 250+ attorney national firms in regards to its minority hiring practices and its utilization of cutting edge technology and reputation for personal service earn the firm kudos from clients. Its attorneys seem to be content as well based upon the firm's amazingly low turnover rate. Practice areas include: appellate advocacy, construction defects, employment, environmental and toxic torts, IP, insurance coverage, medical devices and pharmaceutical, securities and investment, sports and entertaiment, workers compensation, transportation, technology and automobile, general, healthcare, liquor, products, professional, railroad and retail liability.