Estate Litigation Attorney — Grow Your Practice in NJ

Orionplacement; Freehold (NJ); On-site; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Vision insurance

HSA/FSA options

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Orionplacement is seeking an attorney to handle estate and probate litigation in Freehold, NJ. The role requires NJ bar admission and 1+ year of relevant experience, with opportunities to handle sophisticated matters and build a client base.

You will work closely with experienced colleagues in a collaborative office, with a strong mentoring culture and a path toward senior responsibilities. On-site work is expected with limited weekend remote flexibility for emergencies or exceptions.

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey Bar license required.
• 1+ year of estate litigation experience.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable appearing in court and speaking with clients.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in estate and probate litigation from inception to resolution.
• Research complex issues and prepare memoranda, motions, and briefs.
• Draft pleadings, discovery requests/responses, and correspondence.
• Conduct depositions, attend hearings, mediations, and court appearances.
• Manage client communications and provide strategic guidance.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff.
• Participate in networking and business development to grow the practice.
• Maintain current knowledge of estate litigation law and best practices.

Skills

Estate litigation experience

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Court appearances

Time management

Education

Active New Jersey Bar license

Job description

Orionplacement is seeking an attorney to handle estate and probate litigation in Freehold, NJ. The role requires NJ bar admission and 1+ year of relevant experience, with opportunities to handle sophisticated matters and build a client base.

You will work closely with experienced colleagues in a collaborative office, with a strong mentoring culture and a path toward senior responsibilities. On-site work is expected with limited weekend remote flexibility for emergencies or exceptions.