Litigation Attorney

1-4 years of commercial/complex litigation | $120K-$130K + bonus | Roseland, NJ | Collaborative culture | Diverse caseload

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Salary: $120,000 - $130,000 per year

A bit about us:

Our client is a Northern New Jersey litigation boutique handling sophisticated matters across multiple practice areas. The firm's diverse docket includes commercial disputes, complex civil litigation, class actions, personal injury, and medical malpractice in both federal and state courts. They seek talented litigators who thrive on challenging work, value autonomy, and want meaningful client interaction from day one.

Why join us?

• Competitive compensation ($120K-$130K) plus performance bonus
• Unlimited time off - take what you need
• Early deposition and court experience across varied litigation matters
• Casual work environment - no suits unless you're in court
• Comprehensive benefits including 401(k) with employer match
• Flexible schedule with no mandatory face time requirements

Job Details

LITIGATION ASSOCIATE
A sophisticated plaintiff's litigation firm in Northern New Jersey seeks a motivated Associate with 1-3 years of experience for their growing practice. This position offers substantial responsibility handling complex matters including commercial disputes, class actions, and multi-party litigation with direct attorney-client relationships and frequent court appearances.

Responsibilities:

• Handle complex litigation matters from case inception through trial and appeals
• Draft substantive motions, briefs, and pleadings for federal and state courts
• Conduct depositions and represent clients at court proceedings
• Manage client relationships and provide strategic counseling
• Collaborate across practice areas including commercial litigation, class actions, personal injury, and medical malpractice
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategy
• Work independently while coordinating with partners on high-stakes matters

Qualifications:

• 1-4 years litigation experience (commercial or complex civil matters preferred)
• New Jersey bar admission required
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Self-motivated with ability to manage competing priorities
• Excellent communication and client relations abilities
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Adaptability and comfort with diverse subject matter
• Cultural fit and work ethic valued equally with credentials

Work Environment:

• Full-time position in Northern New Jersey (Roseland area)
• Flexible arrival times with results-oriented culture
• Collegial, non-hierarchical atmosphere
• Open-door policy with accessible partners
• Investment in professional development and skills training

Interested candidates should submit their resume for immediate confidential consideration.

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