Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A respected New Jersey-based law firm is seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney to join its growing litigation practice. This position offers the opportunity to gain hands-on litigation experience including motion practice, depositions, trials, and client interaction. The ideal candidate will be a proactive legal professional with strong research, writing, and advocacy skills, ready to contribute to complex commercial disputes and insurance coverage matters.

Location:

• Ocean, New Jersey

Duties:

• Collaborate with senior attorneys in representing clients in complex commercial litigation and insurance coverage disputes

• Conduct comprehensive legal research and develop strategic legal arguments

• Draft motions, pleadings, and other litigation documents

• Participate in and conduct depositions

• Appear in court to argue motions and assist at hearings and trials

• Manage ongoing client communications and relationships

• Participate in settlement negotiations and case resolution planning

• Balance multiple active cases while maintaining high standards of service

Requirements:

• 0–3 years of commercial litigation experience

• Strong foundation in litigation procedures and case management

• Demonstrated courtroom, deposition, and legal writing experience

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced legal environment

• High level of professionalism and client service orientation

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Active and in good standing with the New Jersey State Bar

Skills:

• Excellent oral and written communication abilities

• Strong research, drafting, and analytical skills

• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management capabilities

• Proficiency in managing client expectations and developing litigation strategies

• Team-oriented with the ability to work independently when needed

Benefits:

• Competitive salary (based on experience)

• Opportunity to gain trial experience (first- and second-chair roles)

• Mentorship from experienced litigators

• Exposure to a variety of complex commercial and insurance-related disputes

• Supportive and professional work environment

For more than eight decades this law firm has been devoted to providing excellent legal representation. Their areas of practice include creditor's rights, criminal defense, municipal court defense, labor, employment, litigation, bankruptcy, zoning, land use, real property tax appeals, and community association law. Their offices are located in New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania.