Job Description Job Description
The position involves client interaction and court appearances, and working alongside recognized leaders in the legal field. The successful candidate will be based out of Livingston, NJ/New York City
Responsibilities:
- Manage a caseload of complex civil litigation matters from inception through resolution via trial, dismissal, or settlement.
- Draft and review pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and other legal documents.
- Argue motions and other case dispositions in Court.
- Participate in client meetings, prepare case analysis reports, and provide effective and strategic legal advice to our clients.
- Conduct and manage all phases of discovery, including depositions, examinations, expert identification, retention, and preparation, and witness preparation.
- Collaborate with other attorneys and staff within the firm to provide comprehensive legal services.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- 10+ years of experience in civil defense litigation - salary commensurate with experience
- 7+ years of experience in civil defense litigation - salary commensurate with experience
- Civil trial verdicts preferred.
- Admitted to practice law in New Jersey.
- Admission to practice law in New York preferred.
- Superior analytical skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Commitment to maintaining high ethical standards and professionalism.
