Commercial Litigation Associate — Insurance Coverage Focus

Dentons; Short Hills (NJ); On-site; USD 275,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Discretionary bonuses

Job summary

Dentons in Short Hills, New Jersey, is seeking a mid-level Commercial Litigation Associate with 4–6 years of complex litigation experience, particularly in insurance coverage. Responsibilities include working on commercial litigation cases from inception to trial, conducting legal research, and drafting key litigation documents. The role requires strong writing, analytical, and communication skills, along with a dedication to client service. Salary range is $275,000 to $300,000, and benefits include medical, dental, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of complex litigation experience, especially in insurance coverage.
• Strong academic credentials and previous law firm experience.
• Ability to handle complex case analyses and document preparation.

Responsibilities

• Work on all aspects of commercial litigation from inception through trial.
• Conduct legal research and draft necessary litigation documents.
• Analyze insurance coverage and extra-contractual disputes.

Skills

Exceptional writing skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Client service commitment

Networking skills

Business development skills

Teamwork

Education

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school

Job description

Dentons in Short Hills, New Jersey, is seeking a mid-level Commercial Litigation Associate with 4–6 years of complex litigation experience, particularly in insurance coverage. Responsibilities include working on commercial litigation cases from inception to trial, conducting legal research, and drafting key litigation documents. The role requires strong writing, analytical, and communication skills, along with a dedication to client service. Salary range is $275,000 to $300,000, and benefits include medical, dental, and paid time off.