Associate Attorney

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New Jersey, +2 more states.

📋 Description

• Candidate must be prepared to bill a minimum number of draft/review hours and respond to petitions/complaints, motions, and written discovery.

• Attend hearings and client meetings as needed.

• Prepare for and participate in depositions.

• Assist in the preparation for mediations and trials.

⛳️ Requirements

• A valid bar license in good standing from PA, NJ, or NY is required for this position.

• A Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA accredited law school is necessary.

• 3 to 10+ years of experience in civil defense litigation, ideally within general liability, labor and employment, property and casualty, or any insurance defense litigation.

• Previous experience should encompass managing up to 25+ cases simultaneously, attending and defending depositions, taking depositions, court appearances, and drafting motions and discovery; mediation and trial experience is a plus but not mandatory.

• Computer proficiency: Basic knowledge of computer operations, internet software, spreadsheet software, and word processing software is required; familiarity with Microsoft products is preferred. Capability to type and use office equipment is essential.

• A self-motivated individual who can work independently and possesses excellent client communication skills.

• Oral Communication: Able to speak clearly and persuasively in various situations; listens attentively and seeks clarification; responds well to inquiries; participates in meetings when necessary.

• Written Communication: Capable of writing clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; adapts writing style to suit different needs; effectively presents numerical data; able to read and interpret written content.

• Temperament: Capable of working with minimal supervision; prioritizes and anticipates work requirements; performs well under occasional pressure and tight deadlines.

• Ethics: Maintains confidentiality of client and firm information at all times; understands and applies the general ethical standards relevant to lawyers.

🏝️ Benefits

• Personalized mentorship and training from Partners.

• Quarterly bonuses linked to billable hours.

• Annual performance evaluations with the potential for significant salary increases.

• Hybrid work environment.

• Flexible working hours.

• Medical Insurance – Provided by Cigna Healthcare with various plans tailored to your needs – partially covered by the Firm for employees; all outpatient mental health services are free with no copays.

• Optional Dental & Vision Insurance.

• Optional Voluntary Life and Disability Insurance.

• Optional Voluntary Accident Insurance.

• Optional Critical Illness Insurance.

• Optional Cancer Insurance.

• Optional Hospitalization Insurance.

• Optional Health Savings Account.

• Optional Flexible Spending Account.

• 401k plan available after one calendar year of employment.

• Paid time off (PTO) to promote overall well-being.

• Supportive and collegial work environment.