Education Law Employment Litigation Associate Attorney

Orion Placement; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Paid time off

Job summary

Confidential Employer in Moorestown, New Jersey, is seeking a qualified Education/School Law attorney with 3+ years of associate experience and active NJ and PA bar memberships to join our litigation team.

You will handle education law matters, advise on employment law, draft pleadings, conduct research, attend hearings, and collaborate with a group of attorneys. This full-time, on-site role offers a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active New Jersey and Pennsylvania Bar licenses required.
• 3+ years of associate attorney experience.
• 1+ year of Education/School Law experience required.
• Litigation experience required.
• Employment law experience strongly preferred.
• Strong legal writing, research, and advocacy skills.
• Excellent communication, organization, and time management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Represent public entities, school districts, businesses, and other clients in Education Law matters.
• Handle litigation matters from case strategy through resolution.
• Advise clients on employment law issues, compliance, and risk management.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, contracts, and legal memoranda.
• Conduct legal research and prepare persuasive written work product.
• Attend hearings, depositions, mediations, and court proceedings.
• Collaborate closely with attorneys and clients to develop effective legal strategies.
• Manage an active caseload while maintaining exceptional client service.

Skills

Legal writing

Legal research

Advocacy

Communication

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Bar admission in NJ and PA

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Pay: $100,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a respected, well-established law firm representing public entities, businesses, and individuals across diverse legal matters.
• Build a specialized practice in Education/School Law while expanding your litigation and employment law experience.
• Handle meaningful, high-impact legal work with direct client interaction and courtroom exposure.
• Collaborate with experienced attorneys in a supportive, team-oriented environment.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, and 401(k).
• Grow your long-term career with a firm that values professional development and excellent client service.

Location:

This is a full-time, 100% on-site opportunity based in Moorestown, New Jersey, providing daily collaboration with attorneys and clients in a professional office environment.

Note:

Applicants must be licensed in both New Jersey and Pennsylvania and have at least 1 year of Education/School Law experience along with litigation experience. This position is designed for attorneys with 3+ years of associate-level experience.

About Us

We are a growing regional law firm dedicated to providing responsive, practical, and high-quality legal representation to public entities, businesses, and individuals. Our attorneys work collaboratively to deliver exceptional client service while fostering a supportive and professional culture where attorneys can continue to develop their careers. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Represent public entities, school districts, businesses, and other clients in Education Law matters.
• Handle litigation matters from case strategy through resolution.
• Advise clients on employment law issues, compliance, and risk management.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, contracts, and legal memoranda.
• Conduct legal research and prepare persuasive written work product.
• Attend hearings, depositions, mediations, and court proceedings.
• Collaborate closely with attorneys and clients to develop effective legal strategies.
• Manage an active caseload while maintaining exceptional client service.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active New Jersey and Pennsylvania Bar licenses required.
• 3+ years of associate attorney experience.
• 1+ year of Education/School Law experience required.
• Litigation experience required.
• Employment law experience strongly preferred.
• Strong legal writing, research, and advocacy skills.
• Excellent communication, organization, and time management abilities.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You'll become part of a collaborative legal team where your work directly impacts clients and communities. We offer sophisticated legal work, strong mentorship, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to continue growing your practice within a stable and respected firm.

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Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance