Litigation Associate

Stark & Stark P C; Hamilton (NJ); On-site; USD 130,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability benefits

401(k) plan with employer contribution

Job summary

Stark & Stark in Hamilton, NJ is seeking a Litigation Associate to support the Construction Litigation group in commercial and multifamily residential matters. The role demands skilled drafting, discovery, depositions, and trial support within a collegial environment.

The ideal candidate will have 2–4 years of civil litigation experience, strong research and writing skills, and NJ admission (PA a plus). Office-based work emphasizes collaboration and professional development, with a comprehensive

Qualifications

• Two to four years of civil litigation experience.
• Strong research and writing skills.
• Superior verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Admission to New Jersey bar is required; Pennsylvania admission is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support the Construction Litigation group attorneys in commercial and multifamily residential construction matters.
• Handle all phases of litigation, including drafting pleadings, written discovery, depositions, and motions.
• Manage general corporate contracts, legal opinions, by-law amendments, and litigation.
• Provide timely updates on case status and assignments.
• Work primarily in-office for in-person collaboration with the team.
• Participate in trade organizations, conferences, and networking events.

Skills

Civil litigation

Legal research

Legal writing

Verbal communication

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Hamilton, NJ 08619Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Law SchoolSalary Range: $130,000.00 - $145,000.00 Salary/year

Stark & Stark is actively recruiting for a Litigation Associate for our Hamilton, NJ office to work in Construction Litigation. The right candidate will have an extraordinary opportunity to continue their professional development in a challenging, but collegial, environment.

Responsibilities:

• The candidate will support the Construction Litigation group attorneys in commercial and multifamily residential construction litigation matters.
• Responsible for all phases of litigation, with an emphasis on drafting pleadings, engaging in written discovery,taking and defending depositions and oral motion hearings and assistance at trial.
• Manage general corporate contracts, legal opinions, by-law amendments, rule creation, and litigation.
• Provide timely and consistent updates on the status of cases and assignments.
• Work primarily in office, maintaining a physical presence to ensure in-person collaboration and engagement with the team.
• Participating in trade organizations, conferences and networking events.

QualificationsQualifications:

• Two to four years of experience handling civil litigation matters is required.
• Strong research and writing skills.
• Possess superior verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrate strong integrity and professionalism.
• Exercise sound judgment and the ability to work autonomously and as an effective member of a team.
• Must be able to act with a sense of urgency while presenting a calm demeanor.
• Intellectual curiosity and the ability to solve problems independently.
• The ideal candidate will have an interest in handling litigation matters.
• Admission to New Jersey is required.
• Admission in Pennsylvania is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

Stark & Stark is committed to the health and well-being of its staff members. The firm offers a full range of benefits, including medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage. The firm also provides generous paid time off, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, disability benefits and 401(k) plan with firm contributions.

Compensation will be determined based on multiple factors, including candidate experience, qualifications, accomplishments, and location. Employees may also be eligible for annual performance-based merit increases rewarding individual and firm achievements.

Professional Development: Firm support for conferences, workshops, and certifications to encourage continuous learning.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Stark & Stark’s policy is to make employment decisions based on merit, ability, and competence. Except where required by law, employment practices shall not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or staff member’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or any other characteristic provided by law. Qualified minorities, females, veterans, and attorneys with disabilities are encouraged to apply. It is also our policy to provide a work environment that is free of harassment of any kind, including that which is sexual, age-related, or ethnic.