Attorney

Kahana Feld; West Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 115,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible PTO

Billable hours bonus program

Realistic partnership track

Job summary

A leading national law firm is seeking a Litigation Attorney for its New York/New Jersey team. The role offers a competitive salary range of $115,000 to $170,000, along with additional bonuses based on billed hours. Candidates should have at least one year of relevant experience and be active members of the New Jersey and New York bar. This firm promotes a positive culture fostering mentorship and diversity.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in General Liability, Construction Defect, etc.
• Strong academic record and cultural fit.
• Member in good standing of the New Jersey and New York bar.

Responsibilities

• Work with great attorneys at a cutting-edge firm.
• Contribute to a diverse and respectful environment.
• Develop career within litigation practice groups.
• Focus on General Liability or Construction Defect practice.

Skills

General Liability experience

Construction Defect knowledge

Strong academic record

Excellent references

Job stability

Education

Member of New Jersey and New York bar

Job description

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Base pay range

$115,000.00/yr - $170,000.00/yr

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National Firm Looking for a Litigation Attorney to join our New York/New Jersey Team!

Kahana Feld is an award-winning national law firm with thirteen offices nationally and growing. We are seeking attorneys that are looking for an opportunity to:

• Work with great attorneys at a fast-growing, cutting-edge firm that prides itself on having a great culture.
• Contribute to a diverse environment fundamentally built on respect for all team members and where mentorship and a positive culture are a priority.
• Develop your career and make a difference in the world. Kahana Feld is purpose driven!
• Work in our General Liability or Construction Defect practice groups.
• Opportunity for junior associates to work in our different litigation practice groups to find their niche and mid-level associates moving into dedicated practice groups.

KF was recognized as a 2024 Top Workplace and awarded the Gold DEI Leadership Seal from the State Bar of California.

We have a unique business model designed to support the success of all our attorneys, from day one! Building a law practice with a great culture is the purpose of the firm.

Here are a few of the many things that make KF a great firm!

• Excellent benefits (including recently added Paid Parental Leave).
• Flexible PTO.
• Leadership positions are open to all attorneys in every office.
• Billable hours requirement of 1800, with an hours-based bonus program for up to $40,000 for attorneys that bill more hours ($2,500 for every 25 hours above 1800 up to 2200 hours and $40,000).
• Realistic partnership and equity partnership track. All KF attorneys are eligible for partnership, both equity and non-equity, and promotion is based on your ability to do great work and fit our culture, and not on business development.

REQUIREMENTS

• At least 1 year of experience in General Liability, Construction Defect, Premises Liability, Labor Law, or Trucking/Transportation.
• Strong academic record and cultural fit.
• Excellent references and a record of job stability.
• Member of the New Jersey and New York bar and in good standing.
• Relevant experience preferred but not required.

KF offers competitive base compensation from $115,000 - $170,000 for 1800 hours plus up to $40,000 in additional guaranteed bonus based off of hours billed.

This organization participates in E-Verify.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Kahana Feld provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Legal Services and Law Practice

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