Senior Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview:

A law firm seeks a Senior Litigation Associate Attorney to manage all commercial litigation matters, including court appearances, depositions, and client management. The ideal candidate will have 7 years of experience in complex commercial litigation, superior academic credentials, and exceptional communication skills.

Duties:

• Handle all commercial litigation matters, including discovery, court appearances, depositions, expert issues, and client management.
• Appear before courts and arbitrators all over the state, including Law and Chancery Divisions.
• Handle some NY litigation matters when needed, including the potential for NY court appearances.

Requirements:

• 7 years of experience in complex commercial litigation.
• Superior academic credentials.
• Excellent research skills.
• Exceptional writing and communication skills.
• On-your-feet experience taking and defending depositions and arguing matters in court.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be Bar admitted in New Jersey; admission to New York is a plus.
• Must have New Jersey court experience.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Bar in New Jersey, New York, is a plus.

Skills:

• Proficiency in legal research methods and resources.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for client interactions and team collaboration.

Job Location: Bridgewater, NJ

This mid-sized, full-service firm has some really incredible opportunities for a lawyer who is in or is interested in relocating to New Jersey. Convenient to Manhattan (including a satellite Manhattan office), this firm sets reachable goals for partnership. Furthermore, 1,800 hours gets a $10,000 annual bonus, which for most big-firm attorneys is something they can acheive in their sleep. Their competitive salary is all relative, but there is no question that compared to comparable firms in the region, this is one of the most desirable combinations of lifestyle and salary around. With some notable litigators, and several partners who are quite well regarded within the local bar, the mentoring here is tops.