Associate Attorney needed for Red Bank office

Job Title: Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A distinguished litigation-focused law firm based in Red Bank, NJ, is seeking a driven and detail-oriented Associate Attorney to support its plaintiff-side practice. The role offers the opportunity to work on high-impact cases in areas such as personal injury, environmental torts, and class actions. Ideal for a recent graduate or early-career attorney eager to grow within a collaborative and fast-paced legal environment, this position offers mentorship, hands-on litigation experience, and exposure to complex civil matters.

Duties:

• Represent clients in depositions, court appearances, hearings, and trials

• Draft legal pleadings, discovery demands/responses, motions, and briefs

• Perform legal research and develop legal arguments and strategies

• Collaborate with senior litigators and support staff on case preparation

• Manage a docket of cases efficiently while maintaining attention to detail

• Maintain clear and professional communication with clients, opposing parties, and courts

Requirements:

• Admission to the New Jersey Bar in good standing

• 0-3 years of relevant legal experience, with litigation exposure preferred

• Demonstrated interest in plaintiff-side civil litigation

• Prior judicial clerkship experience is highly regarded but not mandatory

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

• Commitment to advocacy, integrity, and client-focused representation

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to practice law in New Jersey (active and in good standing)

Skills:

• Exceptional legal writing and research proficiency

• Analytical and problem-solving capabilities

• Oral advocacy and negotiation skills

• Strong organizational habits and attention to procedural detail

• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work both independently and within a team

Job Location:

• Red Bank, NJ (on-site with flexibility for remote work when needed)

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement plan with employer contributions

• Professional development and mentorship opportunities

• Engaging and supportive team environment

This premier New Jersey-based law firm has three offices in the state and concentrates on personal injury law. Some of its key areas of expertise are vehicle accidents, automobile accidents, motorcycle accidents, trucking accidents, and pedestrian accidents. Over the years, the firm has won numerous personal injury court cases leading to major settlements for its clients.