Associate Attorney (Insurance Defense)

Distinct | North America; Madison (NJ); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Distinct | North America is seeking an Associate Attorney for its Madison, NJ office to focus on insurance defense and manage cases from inception through trial in a hybrid work environment.

Qualified candidates have 4-10 years in insurance defense, NJ Bar admission is essential, and NJ- or nearby-state bar admissions are a plus. The role offers base pay in the $130k–$190k+ range with an annual bonus and growth potential.

Qualifications

• 4-10 years of experience in insurance defense.
• Bar admission: New Jersey is mandatory; NY/CT/PA admissions are a plus.
• Proven ability to manage cases from inception through trial.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload within the insurance defense sector.
• Handle litigation matters including Premises Liability, Professional Liability, Motor Vehicle, and Construction law.
• Conduct trial proceedings and manage case lifecycles with autonomy.

Skills

Insurance defense

Litigation

Trial experience

Case management

Job description

4-10 years of insurance defense experience; New Jersey Bar admission is essential; NY/CT/PA bar admissions are desirable.

Law Firm Job

Contextual Overview

Distinct | North America is recruiting an Associate Attorney for a multi-practice law firm with an established litigation practice based in Madison, NJ. This role focuses on insurance defense, offering the opportunity to manage cases from inception through trial in a hybrid work environment.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• Experience: 4-10 years of experience in insurance defense.
• Bar Admission: New Jersey Bar is mandatory; NY, CT, or PA bar admissions are considered a plus.
• Skills: Proven ability to manage cases from beginning to end, including trial experience.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Manage a caseload within the insurance defense sector.
• Handle litigation matters including Premises Liability, Professional Liability, Motor Vehicle, and Construction law.
• Conduct trial proceedings and manage case lifecycles with autonomy.

Stipend, Compensation & Mode

Base Pay: $130,000 - $190,000+ per year (dependent on experience), plus an annual bonus.

FAQs

• Is this a remote role? No, the position is based in Madison, NJ, and is listed as a hybrid role.
• What is the career trajectory? The firm offers a defined career path toward partner level with manageable billable hour expectations.

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