Associate Attorney

Margolis Edelstein; Mount Laurel Township (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Margolis Edelstein seeks Associate Attorneys to join our Mount Laurel, NJ office. You will analyze complex issues, conduct in-depth research, and develop defense strategies for clients and carriers.

The role offers autonomy and mentorship within a team-oriented environment. We welcome candidates with a valid NJ and PA license and at least one year of insurance defense or related litigation experience, including depositions and discovery.

Qualifications

• J.D. and NJ/PA Bar admission desired.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in insurance defense.
• Litigation experience required (depositions, discovery, motions, etc.).
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex legal and factual issues; conduct extensive research; independently develop and present defense strategies.
• Prepare pleadings, discovery, depositions, motions, and briefs in support of defense strategies.
• Provide effective and timely communications and legal advice to clients and claims personnel.
• Communicate with court, witnesses, opposing counsel, and co-counsel per office procedures.
• Responsible for prompt, efficient disposition of assigned cases.
• Prepare and present witnesses and evidence at trials, hearings, arbitrations, and ADRs.

Skills

Legal research

Litigation

Deposition

Client communications

Attention to detail

Education

J.D. and NJ/PA Bar admission

Job description

Margolis Edelstein is seeking Associate Attorneys to join our premier insurance defense law firm. The position is located in the Mount Laurel office.

We are looking for ambitious attorneys ready to engage with clients, insurance carriers, and the court. This role offers autonomy, professional development, and the opportunity to flourish under the wing of seasoned mentors. You’ll be immersed in a team-oriented atmosphere while gaining substantial litigation experience.

We welcome candidates with a minimum of one year of experience and a valid license in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. If you are ready to step into a role where your growth is our priority, and your impact is tangible, our hiring team would like to explore your potential contribution to our firm's success.

• Analyze complex legal and factual issues, conduct extensive, well-reasoned legal research, and independently develop and present defense strategies on behalf of clients.
• Prepare complex pleadings, written discovery, depositions (expert/fact/de bene esse), motions, and briefs in support of defense strategies.
• Provide effective and timely communications, information, legal advice, and other services to clients and claims personnel on legal and factual issues.
• Communicate with the court, witnesses, opposing counsel, and co-counsel in a manner consistent with established office procedures.
• Responsible for the prompt, efficient, and effective disposition of assigned cases.
• Prepare and present witnesses and evidence at trials, judicial and administrative hearings, arbitrations, and alternative dispute resolutions.

Qualifications

• J.D. and admission to the NJ and PA Bar desired (admission in other states, such as DE, or WV is a plus)
• Minimum 1 year of experience in insurance defense or related setting
• Litigation experience required (e.g., taking and defending depositions, preparation and filing of discovery and related motions, oral argument experience, etc.)
• Strong attention to detail

Margolis Edelstein offers a generous benefits package along with compensation based on experience. All new associates are eligible for potential salary increases three times during their first year, at the 4-month, 8-month, and 12-month mark. After completing their first year with the firm, associates are eligible for aggressive bonus incentives based on performance. The firm also offers flexible work schedules.

A writing sample and/or transcript may be requested during the hiring process.