Insurance Defense Associate Attorney - Flexible Schedule

Margolis Edelstein; Mount Laurel Township (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Margolis Edelstein seeks Associate Attorneys to join our Mount Laurel, NJ office. You will analyze complex issues, conduct in-depth research, and develop defense strategies for clients and carriers.

The role offers autonomy and mentorship within a team-oriented environment. We welcome candidates with a valid NJ and PA license and at least one year of insurance defense or related litigation experience, including depositions and discovery.

Qualifications

• J.D. and NJ/PA Bar admission desired.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in insurance defense.
• Litigation experience required (depositions, discovery, motions, etc.).
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex legal and factual issues; conduct extensive research; independently develop and present defense strategies.
• Prepare pleadings, discovery, depositions, motions, and briefs in support of defense strategies.
• Provide effective and timely communications and legal advice to clients and claims personnel.
• Communicate with court, witnesses, opposing counsel, and co-counsel per office procedures.
• Responsible for prompt, efficient disposition of assigned cases.
• Prepare and present witnesses and evidence at trials, hearings, arbitrations, and ADRs.

Skills

Legal research

Litigation

Deposition

Client communications

Attention to detail

Education

J.D. and NJ/PA Bar admission

Job description

Margolis Edelstein seeks Associate Attorneys to join our Mount Laurel, NJ office. You will analyze complex issues, conduct in-depth research, and develop defense strategies for clients and carriers.

The role offers autonomy and mentorship within a team-oriented environment. We welcome candidates with a valid NJ and PA license and at least one year of insurance defense or related litigation experience, including depositions and discovery.