Associate Attorney - Personal Injury

Job Juncture; Roseland (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established New Jersey law firm is seeking a trial attorney with over 4 years of plaintiff-side personal injury experience. The role includes handling a full caseload, representing clients in various legal settings, and preparing essential legal documents. This opportunity offers a competitive salary, performance bonuses, and comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

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

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 4+ years of plaintiff-side personal injury experience required.
• At least 2 years of courtroom trial experience.
• Able to work independently and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Excellent writing

Communication

Negotiation

Strong organization

Case management

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Licensed to practice in New Jersey

Job description

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

**Note: You must have 4+ years of plaintiff-side personal injury experience, including at least 2 years as a trial attorney, 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)
• 4+ years of plaintiff-side personal injury experience
• At least 2 years of courtroom trial 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
• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

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