Senior Counsel

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New Jersey.

📋 Description

• Create persuasive case themes and develop litigation strategies.

• Take charge of court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials independently.

• Oversee intricate, high-exposure insurance defense cases, including discovery and trial processes.

• Prepare witnesses and formulate strategies for trials.

• Maintain regular communication with clients and insurance carriers.

• Foster relationships with current and prospective clients.

• Collaborate effectively with attorneys across all experience levels.

• Provide guidance and leadership to junior attorneys.

• Assume responsibility for cases and ensure progress is maintained.

• Utilize modern case management systems, AI-driven legal tools, advanced research technologies, APEX methodology, and Trial Academy resources.

⛳️ Requirements

• An active New Jersey Bar license is mandatory.

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited institution.

• Must hold a license in your respective state.

• A minimum of five years of substantial New Jersey insurance defense experience.

• At least 8 years of robust litigation experience, especially in litigation support, deposition, and trial preparation.

• Capability to manage all aspects of case handling, including discovery and trial.

• Experience with insurance defense matters is preferred.

• Familiarity with time management systems is essential.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

• Ability to think independently and act with minimal supervision.

• Exceptional listening, verbal, and written communication skills.

• Professional appearance and conduct are required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Annual billable hours bonus starting at $10,000, with an additional $7,500 for each subsequent tier.

• Extensive benefits package, including health, vision, dental, and life insurance, with options available at no cost to employees.

• 401(k) plan featuring a 100% match on the first 3% contributed and a 50% match on the next 4-5%.

• Assistance with student loan repayments or a 529 college savings plan ($100-$200/month for full-time attorneys after one year).

• Paid parental leave at base salary.

• Monthly technology stipend of $60.

• Employee Assistance Program provided by HealthAdvocate.

• Comprehensive in-house training and leadership development opportunities.

• Firm-sponsored CLE programs and coverage for bar license renewal fees.

• Flexible vacation policy for attorneys.

• Clear pathway to partnership.

• Internal diversity and inclusion initiatives, including the Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative.

• Firm-wide charitable giving program.

• Numerous social and off-site events held throughout the year.

• Flexible Work Model: Options for remote, hybrid, or onsite work available.