Associate Attorney

Maggiano, DiGirolamo & Lizzi P.C.; Fort Lee (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package valued at $50,000+

Bar memberships paid

CLE programs

Job summary

Well-respected plaintiff's personal injury firm Maggiano, DiGirolamo & Lizzi P.C. seeks an associate attorney for its Fort Lee office. The role requires admission to NJ (NY a plus) and 3–5 years of experience in personal injury litigation.

The attorney will handle cases from inception to trial, lead a trial team, and work across NJ/NY court rules. Excellent compensation includes a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years experience in plaintiff personal injury litigation.
• Licensed to practice law in New Jersey (New York admission a plus).
• JD from an accredited law school and admitted in NJ (and NY a plus).

Responsibilities

• Prepare cases from start to trial with partner assistance.
• Manage trial team including paralegal and administrative staff.
• Represent clients in personal injury matters across NJ and NY rules.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Written and verbal communication

Leadership skills

Independent and team player

Bilingual (Spanish or Korean)

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Admitted to NJ Bar

New York admission a plus

Job description

Role Description

Job Description

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for an Associate Attorney primarily reporting to our Fort Lee and Hackensack NJ offices. The position requires at minimum three to five years experience in plaintiff personal injury litigation. You will be responsible for preparing cases from beginning through trial with available assistance of the firm partners. Additionally, the role will involve managing your trial team consisting of at least one paralegal and one administrative assistant along with all allied support staff including the assistance of investigators.

The Salary is commensurate with courtroom experience. The salary income is highly competitive above which is an excellent benefits package valued at an additional $50,000.00 over annual salary. We pay all bar memberships and Continuing Legal Education including programs outside of New Jersey.

Qualifications

• Expertise in plaintiff personal injury litigation, excellent command of the New Jersey and New York Court Rules and Rules of Evidence.
• Strong Negotiation skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Bilingual in Spanish or Korean is a big plus although not mandatory.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a trial/ litigation team
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school with license to practice law in the State and Federal Courts for New Jersey and New York.

Job Description

Well-Respected Plaintiff's Personal Injury Law Firm with offices in Fort Lee, Hackensack, and Manhattan, is seeking an associate for our Fort Lee office. Attorney should be admitted in New York and New Jersey and have personal injury experience.

The cases are interesting and diverse, and include all aspects of personal injury, including automobile accident, premises liability, products liability, and workers compensation.

MUST HAVE

at least 3-5 years experience in personal injury litigation.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing Legal Advice and conducting Legal Research
• Strong Negotiation skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Admitted to practice law in the state of New Jersey (New York admission is a plus)
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Previous experience in personal injury law
• Excellent Leadership Skills. We are looking for future law partners.

Company Description

Maggiano, DiGirolamo & Lizzi P.C. is a distinguished law firm based in Fort Lee, New Jersey, with additional offices in New York. With over 80 years of cumulative experience in trial law, the firm specializes in protecting the rights of injured individuals and is known for achieving multimillion-dollar recoveries. Renowned for handling diverse and specialized cases, the firm is committed to securing full compensation for clients who have suffered life-altering injuries. Their experienced legal team takes pride in providing strong advocacy and legal support in some of the most challenging cases.

Company Description

Maggiano, DiGirolamo & Lizzi P.C. is a distinguished law firm based in Fort Lee, New Jersey, with additional offices in New York. With over 80 years of cumulative experience in trial law, the firm specializes in protecting the rights of injured individuals and is known for achieving multimillion-dollar recoveries. Renowned for handling diverse and specialized cases, the firm is committed to securing full compensation for clients who have suffered life-altering injuries. Their experienced legal team takes pride in providing strong advocacy and legal support in some of the most challenging cases.