Litigation Associate Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with generous match

Flexible work options

Paid time off

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a Litigation Associate in Newark, NJ. The role focuses on defense litigation across complex matters, with 3-5 years of relevant experience and strong research, writing, and analytical skills.

Candidates should have NJ admission (NY/CT/PA a plus) and demonstrated ability to manage multiple matters and meet deadlines. JD from an accredited law school is required, with comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of litigation experience, preferably in a law firm setting.
• Experience in defense litigation across areas such as insurance defense, professional liability, product liability, labor law, premises liability, motor vehicle accidents, or general liability.
• Admission to practice in New Jersey (additional bar admissions in NY, CT, or PA are a plus).
• Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills, professionalism, and a demonstrated work ethic.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and meet deadlines consistently.
• Trial experience is a plus.
• Federal court or appellate experience is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Handle all phases of New Jersey defense litigation, including discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation.
• Draft legal documents such as pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and legal memoranda.
• Conduct legal research and prepare comprehensive reports and legal analyses.
• Participate in and lead court conferences, depositions, hearings, and trial proceedings as appropriate.
• Manage case strategy and deadlines while ensuring compliance with client and carrier guidelines.
• Maintain accurate time records and billing entries.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Independent & collaborative work

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Litigation Associate Attorney in Newark, NJ. This role offers an opportunity to handle complex defense litigation matters in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of litigation experience, particularly in defense litigation, and possess strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.

Duties

• Handle all phases of New Jersey defense litigation, including discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation.
• Draft legal documents such as pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and legal memoranda.
• Conduct legal research and prepare comprehensive reports and legal analyses.
• Participate in and lead court conferences, depositions, hearings, and trial proceedings as appropriate.
• Manage case strategy and deadlines while ensuring compliance with client and carrier guidelines.
• Maintain accurate time records and billing entries.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of litigation experience, preferably in a law firm setting.
• Experience in defense litigation, ideally involving areas such as insurance defense, professional liability, product liability, labor law, premises liability, motor vehicle accidents, or general liability.
• Admission to practice in New Jersey (additional bar admissions in NY, CT, or PA are a plus).
• Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills, professionalism, and a demonstrated work ethic.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and meet deadlines consistently.
• Trial experience is a plus.
• Federal court or appellate experience is a plus, but not required.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

Admission to the New Jersey Bar.

Skills

• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, life, short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) with generous vested match.
• Flexible work options.
• Paid time off.