Associate Attorney

Litchfield Cavo LLP; Cherry Hill Township (NJ); On-site; USD 125,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Cherry Hill, NJ is seeking a Litigation Attorney with at least four years of experience in civil litigation defense. The role involves managing a substantial caseload, drafting legal documents, and conducting research. This position offers a competitive compensation package and opportunities for professional development within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• At least four years' experience in civil litigation defense.
• Broad experience in Insurance Defense is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Handle substantial caseload of litigation.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and legal memoranda.
• Conduct legal research and prepare depositions.

Skills

Legal Research

Analytical Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Organization

Education

Licensed to practice in New Jersey

Job description

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Litchfield Cavo LLP is a premier insurance coverage and litigation defense law firm founded in 1998 on one principle—client service comes first. Our attorneys operate out of 23 offices, serving clients in more than 35 states nationwide. Collectively, we are a resource of experienced trial attorneys providing creative and responsive service.

OurCherry Hill, NJis growing and actively seeking aLitigation Attorneyinterested in growing his/her career among our team of staff and attorneys, who value and foster open and honest communication, and act with integrity and professionalism.

Litchfield Cavo offers a competitive compensation plan and an excellent benefits package in a dynamic work environment that provides substantial opportunities for professional development.

OPPORTUNITY | Associate Attorney

Litchfield Cavo seeks a highly-motivatedAssociate Attorneywith at leastfour years’experience in the defense of civil litigation.Broad experience in Insurance Defense is a plus, as is experience in employment, banking, intellectual property and construction litigation. Must be licensed to practice inNew Jerseystate and federalcourts. Additional state admissions is a plus. This is an exceptional opportunity to be part of a dynamic team of lawyers defending matters throughout the United States for various clients within a forward-thinking firm.

SKILLS and ABILITIES

The individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily:

· practice law in the state ofNew Jersey;

· manage multiple case files successfully in a busy environment;

· demonstrate strong legal research and analytical skills;

· excellent written and verbal communication skills;

· strong attention to detail with superb organization and prioritization skills;

· ability to move from case to case; and,

· knowledge of both state and federal court procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include handling a substantial caseload of litigation. The following are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required to do this job successfully under the direction of a partner:

· draft, prepare and handle pleadings, motions, orders and legal memoranda;

· draft and respond to written discovery and dispositive motions;

· conduct legal research competently and with proficiency;

· prepare and take depositions of parties and experts;

· review client documents, draft case evaluations and status report correspondence; and,

· assist with and participate in mediations and court appearances;

The firm provides an experienced support staff, current technology, ongoing training, and full-time IT and marketing departments.

Litchfield Cavo LLP supports and encourages workforce diversity. We are an equal opportunity employer and provide equal opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, sexual orientation, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status or any other legally protected class in accordance with all applicable laws.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Law Practice

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