Associate Attorney

Siciliano & Associates, LLC; Haddonfield (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Siciliano & Associates, LLC, a multidisciplinary boutique law firm in historic downtown Haddonfield, NJ, seeks an Associate Attorney to support a varied litigation and advisory practice on-site. The role involves research, drafting pleadings, motions, briefs, and memoranda, plus appearances in state and federal courts and client meetings.

The ideal candidate will have a JD from an accredited law school, NJ Bar admission (or eligibility), and experience across multiple practice areas, including

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school and admission to the NJ Bar (or eligibility) is required.
• Experience in litigation, municipal law, land use, or related practice areas is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and memoranda.
• Appear in state and federal courts and attend hearings and conferences.
• Manage case files, review documents, and participate in settlement negotiations.
• Collaborate with colleagues on matters across municipal, land use, family, personal injury, criminal, and employment areas.
• Maintain professional communication with clients, courts, and opposing counsel.

Skills

Legal research

Drafting and writing

Negotiation

Client advocacy

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

New Jersey Bar admission or eligibility

Pennsylvania Bar admission is a plus

Job description

Company Description

Siciliano & Associates, LLC is a multidisciplinary boutique law firm located in historic downtown Haddonfield, New Jersey, serving clients across New Jersey and Pennsylvania. The firm represents individuals, corporations, and professional organizations in local, regional, and national matters. Practice areas include governmental, land use, family, personal injury, municipal, criminal, and complex civil litigation. The firm has extensive experience serving as solicitor, prosecutor, defense counsel, and advising planning and zoning boards of adjustment. Siciliano & Associates, LLC is committed to providing skilled, client-focused legal advocacy in both state and federal courts.

Role Description

The Associate Attorney will work on-site in Haddonfield, NJ in a full-time capacity, supporting a varied litigation and advisory practice. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting legal research, drafting pleadings, motions, briefs, and correspondence, and preparing legal opinions and memoranda. The role involves appearing in state and federal courts, attending hearings and conferences, and assisting with client meetings and strategy sessions. The Associate Attorney will help manage case files, review and analyze documents, participate in settlement negotiations, and collaborate with colleagues on matters involving municipal, land use, family, personal injury, criminal, and employment-related issues. The position requires consistent, professional communication with clients, courts, and opposing counsel, and adherence to ethical and procedural rules.

Qualifications

• Strong foundational knowledge of Law, with the ability to apply legal principles across multiple practice areas.
• Experience or coursework in Labor and Employment Law, including familiarity with workplace regulations and dispute resolution.
• Ability to provide clear, practical Legal Advice to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Proficient in legal Research, including case law, statutes, regulations, and secondary sources.
• Effective Negotiation skills, with the capacity to participate in settlement discussions and client advocacy.
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and admission (or eligibility for admission) to the New Jersey Bar; Pennsylvania Bar admission is a plus.
• Prior experience in litigation, municipal law, land use, or related practice areas is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong drafting and analytical abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple matters, meet deadlines, and work collaboratively in a small-firm environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to professional ethics, client service, and continuous learning.