Insurance Defense / General Liability Defense Attorney

Law firm; Manasquan (NJ); On-site; USD 125,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

My client, a top law firm, seeks a motivated Associate Attorney with 2 to 15 years of experience to join their litigation team in Manasquan, NJ. This position focuses on general liability/insurance defense and offers a collaborative, client-focused environment.

The role entails managing all aspects of litigation, conducting research, drafting memos, and representing clients in court appearances, mediations, and arbitrations, with close collaboration to senior attorneys and partners.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• 2–15 years of experience in general liability and/or insurance defense.
• Active license/in good standing to practice law.
• Strong analytical, research, and writing skill.
• Excellent communication and advocacy skill.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation.
• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, pleadings, and motions.
• Represent clients in court appearances, mediations, and arbitration.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and insurance carrier.
• Develop litigation strategies and work closely with senior attorneys and partner.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

My client, a top law firm, is seeking a motivated Associate Attorney with 2 to 15 years of experience to join their litigation team in Manasquan, NJ

This position will focus on general liability/insurance defense, providing a unique opportunity to handle complex cases in a collaborative and client-focused environment

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation
• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, pleadings, and motion
• Represent clients in court appearances, mediations, and arbitration
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and insurance carrier
• Develop litigation strategies and work closely with senior attorneys and partner

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• 2 – 15 years of experience in general liability and/or insurance defense
• Active license/ In good standing to practice law
• Strong analytical, research, and writing skill
• Excellent communication and advocacy skill
• Ability to manage multiple cases and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Salary and Other Compensation

The annual salary for this position is between $125k-190k base. Factors which may affect pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.