Mid-Level Class Action Associate Attorney

A law firm based in Short Hills is seeking a Mid-Level Class Action Associate Attorney with 3-5 years of litigation experience. The ideal candidate should possess superior writing, research, and analytical skills, and have the ability to navigate and take ownership of a multi-matter docket. Experience with class action defense, complex commercial litigation, securities, and consumer litigation is highly preferred.

Duties:

• Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties.
• Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner.
• Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product.
• Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required.
• Foster positive work relationships.
• Comply with all firm policies and practices.
• Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; participating in digital/virtual conference calls; participating in meetings as needed.
• Perform all other duties, tasks, or projects as assigned.

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of litigation experience, preferably gained while practicing at an AmLaw 100 firm.
• Strong academic background from nationally recognized schools.
• Previous federal clerkship is a plus.
• Experience with class action defense, complex commercial litigation, securities, and consumer litigation is highly preferred.
• Superior writing skills.

Education:

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

Admission to the Bar in the relevant jurisdiction.

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Superior research and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritize a multi-matter docket.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and databases.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

This Amlaw firm is best known for allowing its associates to find a balanced work load that best suites them. As a result, the company operates with an entrepreneurial culture, offers flexible face-time, and values diversity and a work space inclusive of everyone. This firm is also one that values pro-bono work?encouraging their associates to gain real-life experience and take charge of their own opportunities and success.