Associate Attorney - Personal Injury

Orion Placement; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 126,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in New Jersey is seeking an experienced attorney to handle personal injury cases. This role demands a professional with at least 2 years of relevant experience and a strong commitment to client advocacy. The firm offers a competitive salary with comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance. Successful candidates will have excellent communication and organizational skills, and thrive in a dynamic legal environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus potential based on performance

Full benefits including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k)

Paid CLE, bar dues, and select professional memberships

Supportive environment with manageable caseloads

Qualifications

• 2+ years of plaintiff-side personal injury experience.
• At least 1+ years in litigation.
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Handle a full caseload of personal injury matters from intake through resolution.
• Prepare pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Represent clients at hearings, mediations, and trials.

Skills

Excellent writing

Communication

Negotiation skills

Organization

Case management

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Licensed to practice in New Jersey

Job description

5 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

This range is provided by Orion Placement. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$126,000.00/yr - $175,000.00/yr

Note: This position requires employees to be on-site five days a week at our client’s Roseland, NJ office.

**Note: You must have 2+ years of plaintiff-side personal injury experience, including at least 1+ years in litigation, and be licensed to practice in New Jersey. If you do not meet this requirement, please do not schedule a call, as it will be canceled.

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established New Jersey law firm with multiple offices across the state, focused on complex personal injury, medical malpractice, and family law matters. With a team of twenty dedicated attorneys, they offer aggressive legal representation combined with a personalized, client-first approach.

Known for securing seven- and eight-figure outcomes, the firm is deeply committed to helping clients navigate challenging situations with clarity, compassion, and results.

Job Description

• Handle a full caseload of personal injury matters from intake through resolution
• Represent clients at hearings, mediations, and trials
• Prepare pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and other legal documents
• Conduct depositions and pre-trial preparation
• Maintain regular communication with clients
• Collaborate with support staff, delegate appropriately, and oversee progress
• Stay updated on New Jersey personal injury laws and procedural rules

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• Licensed to practice in New Jersey (required)
• 2+ years of plaintiff-side personal injury experience
• At least 1+ years of litigation experience
• Excellent writing, communication, and negotiation skills
• Strong organization and case management abilities
• Able to work independently and thrive in a fast-paced environment

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Bonus potential based on performance and case originations
• Full benefits including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k)
• Paid CLE, bar dues, and select professional memberships
• Supportive environment with manageable caseloads and room for growth

JPC-266

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Law Practice

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