Associate (Defense Litigation)

Connell Foley LLP.; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401(k)

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Profit sharing

Job summary

A law firm in New Jersey is seeking a Litigation Associate with 4-7 years of experience in general liability and/or product liability defense. The ideal candidate must be admitted in both New Jersey and New York, possess a JD from an ABA accredited law school, and demonstrate strong academic credentials alongside essential research, writing, and deposition skills. Responsibilities include developing relationships and managing sensitive information. Excellent benefits are offered, including competitive salaries and profit sharing.

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of experience in general liability defense and/or product liability defense.
• Must be admitted in New Jersey and New York.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Work experience and references are required.

Responsibilities

• Join the New York office as a Litigation Associate.
• Develop new relationships and foster teamwork at all levels.
• Manage confidential information and sensitive situations with tact and discretion.

Skills

Research capabilities

Writing skills

Deposition skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving skills

Oral communication skills

Written communication skills

Education

JD from an ABA accredited law school

Job description

Connell Foley is seeking a Litigation Associate with 4-7 years’ experience in general liability defense and/or product liability defense to join its New York office. Candidates must be admitted in New Jersey and New York. Work experience and references are required. Candidates must possess strong academic credentials, research capabilities as well as writing and deposition skills.

The ideal candidate should have the following qualifications:

• JD from an ABA accredited law school with excellent academic credentials;
• Ability and desire to learn and embrace new skills and best practices as the position and substantive area evolves;
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines;
• Ability to work well independently as well as effectively within a team;
• Ability to develop new relationships and foster teamwork at all levels;
• Excellent interpersonal skills, problem solving skills, oral and written communication skills;
• Ability to manage confidential information and sensitive situations with tact and discretion.

Connell Foley LLP offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including profit sharing, 401(k), and medical and dental coverage. Exact compensation based on experience.

Connell Foley is an Equal Opportunity Employer.