Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney

Career Legal; New Jersey; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Career Legal seeks a Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney in New Jersey with 4+ years of experience to handle high-value disputes. You will manage all phases of litigation, conduct rigorous research, draft pleadings, and guide discovery through trial and appeal.

You will represent clients in hearings, mediations, and arbitrations, develop strategies, and collaborate with partners while maintaining direct client contact in a top-tier firm environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of commercial litigation experience in mid-to-large firms.
• Experience handling business disputes and contract matters.
• Strong writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.
• JD and active bar admission in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Handle all phases of commercial litigation from inception through trial and appeal.
• Conduct in-depth legal research and draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and memoranda.
• Manage discovery, including document review, depositions, and interrogatories.
• Represent clients in court hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and settlement negotiations.
• Develop litigation strategies aligned with client objectives and collaborate with partners.

Skills

Commercial litigation

Legal research

Pleadings drafting

Oral advocacy

Client communication

Education

JD and bar admission

Job description

Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney (4+ Years) – New Jersey

Location: New Jersey
Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent

About the Role

A highly regarded law firm is seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney to join its growing litigation team in New Jersey. This opportunity offers exposure to complex, high-value business disputes, contract litigation, and commercial claims across a broad client base including corporations, financial institutions, and private entities.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle all phases of commercial litigation from case inception through trial and appeal
• Conduct in-depth legal research and draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and memoranda
• Manage discovery, including document review, depositions, and interrogatories
• Represent clients in court hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and settlement negotiations
• Develop litigation strategies aligned with client objectives
• Collaborate with partners and senior attorneys on complex litigation matters
• Maintain direct communication with clients, opposing counsel, and courts

Requirements

• 4+ years of commercial litigation experience
• Proven experience handling business disputes and contract matters
• Background in mid-to-large law firms preferred
• Strong writing, analytical, and advocacy skills
• JD and active bar admission

Why Apply

• Work on sophisticated litigation matters
• Clear pathway to senior associate and partnership
• Strong mentorship and collaborative culture