Civil Litigation Attorney

Orion Placement; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 105,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orion Placement in Jersey City, NJ, seeks an attorney with at least 1 year of civil litigation experience to manage matters through the lifecycle, draft pleadings, take depositions, and participate in hearings. This on-site role values collaboration and practical advocacy.

Candidates must be admitted to the New Jersey Bar; on-site work with occasional remote flexibility; a portable book of business is a plus and senior attorneys may have expanded opportunities.

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey Bar license
• 1+ years of civil litigation experience
• Experience with contested matters, discovery, motion practice, or depositions

Responsibilities

• Manage civil litigation matters through multiple stages of the case lifecycle
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests, and other litigation documents
• Take and defend depositions and participate in hearings and court appearances
• Research legal issues and develop practical litigation strategies
• Prepare and argue dispositive and procedural motions
• Handle settlement negotiations, mediations, and other dispute resolution proceedings
• Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and other stakeholders
• Assist with trial preparation and take on increasing responsibility based on experience
• Work on a diverse range of civil disputes, including matters involving transportation and related industries

Skills

Civil litigation

Legal research

Writing and drafting

Depositions

Court appearances

Client communication

Job description

Pay:

$105,000.00 - $185,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Take ownership of meaningful civil litigation matters and build hands‑on courtroom and case management experience
• Work directly on contested matters involving depositions, motions, hearings, negotiations, and dispute resolution
• Gain exposure to sophisticated matters, including cases connected to transportation and related industries
• Join an experienced team where strong attorneys can expand their responsibilities and grow their practice
• Senior attorneys with a portable book of business may have opportunities for customized compensation arrangements
• Work in a collaborative, professional environment where your judgment and contributions are valued

Location

Jersey City, NJ. This is a primarily on‑site opportunity designed for attorneys who value in‑person collaboration and direct access to their team. Occasional remote work may be available when circumstances require it.

Note

Candidates must be admitted to the New Jersey Bar and have at least 1 year of litigation experience. We are open to attorneys from law firms, solo practices, and in‑house environments when they bring meaningful litigation experience. More senior attorneys are also encouraged to apply, particularly those with a portable book of business.

About Us

We are an established litigation and counseling practice representing clients across a range of sophisticated civil matters. Our attorneys combine practical legal judgment with hands‑on advocacy to help clients navigate complex disputes efficiently and effectively. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Manage civil litigation matters through multiple stages of the case lifecycle
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests, and other litigation documents
• Take and defend depositions and participate in hearings and court appearances
• Research legal issues and develop practical litigation strategies
• Prepare and argue dispositive and procedural motions
• Handle settlement negotiations, mediations, and other dispute resolution proceedings
• Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and other stakeholders
• Assist with trial preparation and take on increasing responsibility based on experience
• Work on a diverse range of civil disputes, including matters involving transportation and related industries

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey Bar license in good standing
• 1+ years of civil litigation experience
• Experience with contested matters, discovery, motion practice, or depositions
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to manage matters independently while collaborating effectively with a team
• Comfortable working primarily from the Jersey City office
• Maritime, aviation, transportation, travel, or related litigation experience is a plus but not required

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will have the opportunity to build meaningful litigation experience, work on interesting and varied matters, and take on greater responsibility as your capabilities grow. We value practical judgment, strong advocacy, collaboration, and attorneys who want to develop a long‑term practice. Experienced attorneys can also find room to expand existing client relationships and explore arrangements that recognize a portable book of business.

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Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance