Associate Attorney, Personal Injury and Criminal Litigation

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney in Freehold, NJ, to represent clients in personal injury, criminal defense, police brutality, and harassment matters across municipal and superior courts.

Duties

• Appear in municipal and superior courts in Ocean and Monmouth Counties.

• Maintain regular client communication and address client concerns.

• Prepare litigation files, including case evaluation, filing lawsuits, and managing discovery.

Requirements

• 1–4 years of litigation experience in personal injury or criminal matters.

• Active admission to the New Jersey bar.

• Proven ability to manage a busy caseload independently.

• Excellent legal research, writing, and verbal advocacy skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in New Jersey.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Effective client relations and case-management proficiency.

• Self-motivated with disciplined work habits.

• Detail-oriented and organized under tight deadlines.