Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney

Stealth; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus opportunities

Collegial work environment

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

A well-established law firm in New Jersey is seeking a Commercial Litigation Attorney with over 2 years of experience to join its litigation team. This role involves managing a variety of commercial litigation cases independently and collaborating with clients and staff. Strong research, writing, and communication skills are essential. The position offers a competitive salary range of $120,000 to $200,000, along with bonus opportunities, in a collegial environment that encourages growth.

Qualifications

• Must have 2+ years of commercial litigation experience.
• Experience handling cases independently is required.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Handle a broad range of commercial litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Draft and argue motions and pleadings.
• Manage all phases of discovery.

Skills

2+ years of commercial litigation experience

Strong experience handling cases independently

Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Job description

A well-established and growing law firm in Edison, NJ is seeking a Commercial Litigation Attorney with 2+ years of experience to join its litigation team. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who wants hands‑on responsibility, client interaction, and long-term growth within a collaborative firm environment.

Responsibilities

• Handle a broad range of commercial litigation matters from inception through resolution
• Draft and argue motions, pleadings, and dispositive briefs
• Manage all phases of discovery, including depositions and written discovery
• Appear in state and federal courts throughout New Jersey
• Work directly with clients and provide strategic litigation counsel
• Collaborate with partners and junior attorneys on complex matters

Qualifications

• 2+ years of commercial litigation experience
• Strong experience handling cases independently
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Prior experience in state and federal court required
• Strong communication skills and a client-focused mindset
• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Collegial work environment with opportunity for advancement
• The annual salary for this position is between $120,000 – $2000,000. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.