Insurance Defense Associate: Trial-Ready, Hybrid (NJ)

Distinct | North America; Madison (NJ); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Distinct | North America is seeking an Associate Attorney for its Madison, NJ office to focus on insurance defense and manage cases from inception through trial in a hybrid work environment.

Qualified candidates have 4-10 years in insurance defense, NJ Bar admission is essential, and NJ- or nearby-state bar admissions are a plus. The role offers base pay in the $130k–$190k+ range with an annual bonus and growth potential.

Qualifications

• 4-10 years of experience in insurance defense.
• Bar admission: New Jersey is mandatory; NY/CT/PA admissions are a plus.
• Proven ability to manage cases from inception through trial.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload within the insurance defense sector.
• Handle litigation matters including Premises Liability, Professional Liability, Motor Vehicle, and Construction law.
• Conduct trial proceedings and manage case lifecycles with autonomy.

Skills

Insurance defense

Litigation

Trial experience

Case management

Job description

Distinct | North America is seeking an Associate Attorney for its Madison, NJ office to focus on insurance defense and manage cases from inception through trial in a hybrid work environment.

Qualified candidates have 4-10 years in insurance defense, NJ Bar admission is essential, and NJ- or nearby-state bar admissions are a plus. The role offers base pay in the $130k–$190k+ range with an annual bonus and growth potential.