Mid-Level Civil Litigation Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-level civil litigation attorney in Parsippany, New Jersey. The ideal candidate will have over four years of experience in civil litigation and/or insurance defense, with a strong ability to manage cases independently from inception through resolution.

Duties

• Manage cases from inception through resolution, including pleadings, discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation.
• Draft motions, briefs, and legal memoranda.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Appear in court, hearings, and mediations.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and courts.
• Develop case strategies and provide legal analysis.
• Collaborate with attorneys and support staff.

Requirements

• 4+ years of civil litigation and/or insurance defense experience.
• Experience handling cases from inception through resolution.
• Strong motion practice and deposition experience.
• Ability to manage a caseload independently.
• Experience with insurance coverage, general liability, or related practice areas preferred.

Education

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

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in New Jersey.

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in legal research and case management software.

Benefits

• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Diverse and inclusive workplace.

This law firm has offices in Connecticut, Washington D.C., Virginia, New Jersey, Rhode Island, New York, Maryland, Pennsylvania and Massachusetts. There are more than 60 attorneys at the firm working in the areas of trial and appellate practice, alternative dispute resolution, medical malpractice, food retailers and manufacturers, professional liability, worker?s compensation, environmental, product liability, employment, insurance coverage and reinsurance, architects and engineers, premises/landlord liability, construction and construction defect, railroad and aviation.