Associate Attorney

Hanlin & Associates; Cedar Grove (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hanlin & Associates seeks an experienced Associate Attorney to join its insurance defense team in New Jersey. The role focuses on personal injury and property damage cases, with potential exposure to product liability and professional liability matters.

You will conduct research, draft filings, and support trial teams while coordinating with clients and opposing counsel. The ideal candidate has a JD, NJ admission, 2–3 years of insurance defense experience, strong analytical skills, and the

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice law in the state where the position is located (New Jersey).
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in insurance defense, specifically in personal injury and property damage cases.
• Experience with product liability and professional liability cases is a plus.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Detail-oriented and able to manage multiple cases simultaneously.
• Willingness to travel for court appearances and client meetings as needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and analysis on insurance defense cases.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Attend court hearings, depositions, and mediations.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and insurance adjusters.
• Participate in case strategy meetings and provide recommendations.
• Assist with trial preparation and support lead attorneys during trial.
• Keep up-to-date with changes in laws and regulations related to insurance defense.

Skills

Research skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

Travel willingness

Education

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

Admitted to practice law in New Jersey

Job description

Position: Associate Attorney - Insurance Defense

We are seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to join our insurance defense team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in personal injury and property damage cases, with knowledge of product liability and professional liability being a plus.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct legal research and analysis on insurance defense cases
• Draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents
• Attend court hearings, depositions, and mediations
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and insurance adjusters
• Participate in case strategy meetings and provide recommendations
• Assist with trial preparation and support lead attorneys during trial
• Keep up-to-date with changes in laws and regulations related to insurance defense

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
• Admitted to practice law in the state where the position is located
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in insurance defense, specifically in personal injury and property damage cases
• Experience with product liability and professional liability cases is a plus
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Detail-oriented and able to manage multiple cases simultaneously
• Willingness to travel for court appearances and client meetings as needed

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development.

Our firm values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.