Job Overview

A law firm in Berkeley Heights, NJ, is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Associate Attorney with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in defense litigation. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting lead attorneys through all phases of litigation, demonstrating strategic thinking to achieve client objectives.

Job Details

• Work closely with lead attorneys on defense litigation cases, contributing to case evaluation, reporting, and strategic planning.
• Handle all aspects of litigation, including discovery, depositions, and trial presentation.
• Collaborate with the legal team to ensure effective case management and client representation.
• Conduct legal research and stay abreast of developments in relevant law to provide informed advice.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to the Bar in the state of New Jersey.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in defense litigation.
• Strong understanding of legal principles, procedures, and ethics.

Certifications

• Active membership in good standing with the New Jersey State Bar.

Skills

• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Strategic thinking to contribute to case development and client success.

Education

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

Benefits

The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• A competitive salary, with the potential for bonuses.
• Insurance coverage, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life.
• Flexible spending account.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Unlimited paid time off (PTO).
• Flexible work-from-home policy.
• Professional development assistance.
• Referral program for employee recruitment.

With multiple offices all around the country and headquarters in Los Angeles, this company has been offering legal services across a comprehensive range of practice areas for over 20 years. In this company, successful results and numerous victories achieved by valuing and celebrating diversity is accompanied by the crucial discovery of innovative strategies and new perspectives. By maintaining the core goal of attaining the best possible outcomes for the client's legal matters, it resolves cases and grasps opportunities.