Associate Attorney 3-5 years

Henderson Scott US; Roseland (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Henderson Scott US in New Jersey is seeking an Associate Attorney with approximately 2-5 years of experience to join our growing practice. This role offers exposure to both litigation and transactional matters within a collaborative, close-knit firm environment.

You will work on a variety of matters, including commercial and civil litigation, real estate transactions, co-op and condo law, trusts and estates, and general transactional work, with increasing responsibility and client contact.

Qualifications

• Approximately 2-5 years of legal experience.
• Strong research, writing, drafting, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating legal documents and agreements.
• Managing client relationships and handling matters with increasing autonomy.
• Engaging in both litigation and transactional matters across practice areas.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Legal drafting

Analytical skills

Client relations

Job description

A well-established New Jersey law firm, is seeking an Associate Attorney with approximately 2-5 years of experience to join its growing practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to develop their skills across both litigation and transactional matters while working in a collaborative, close-knit firm environment.

The firm offers attorneys the opportunity to gain exposure to a diverse range of legal matters, with the flexibility to focus on and grow within either litigation or transactional work based on their interests and career goals.

Practice Areas & Responsibilities

The associate will have the opportunity to work on a variety of matters, including:

• Commercial and civil litigation.
• Real estate transactions and related matters.
• Condominium and cooperative (co-op) law.
• Trusts and estates.
• General transactional matters.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating legal documents and agreements.
• Managing client relationships and handling matters with increasing autonomy.

Ideal Candidate

• Approximately 2-5 years of legal experience.
• Experience in litigation, transactional law, real estate, or a combination of practice areas.
• Strong research, writing, drafting, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and work collaboratively with colleagues.
• Interest in developing a well-rounded practice and expanding into different areas of law.

Why Join

• Flexible Practice Opportunities: The ability to move between litigation and transactional work and develop a practice aligned with your interests.
• No Billable Hour Requirement: The firm does not impose traditional billable hour requirements. Attorneys average approximately 150 hours per month.
• Work-Life Balance: A flexible work environment with a clear path toward increased scheduling flexibility.
• Competitive Origination Incentives: Opportunity to earn origination bonuses for bringing in new business.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a close-knit team of approximately 10 attorneys where associates receive meaningful responsibility and hands-on experience.

Schedule & Flexibility

The firm offers a structured onboarding and flexibility program:

• 0-2 years of experience: Five days in the office to start, with increased flexibility as the attorney develops within the firm.
• 3-5 years of experience: Flexibility is available from the outset.

The Opportunity

This is a great opportunity for an associate who wants to avoid the pressures of a traditional large-firm environment while gaining meaningful experience across a variety of practice areas.