Litigation Associate Attorney

Jobot; Roseland (NJ); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k with matching

Bonus structure

Mentorship

Job summary

A prestigious litigation firm in Roseland, New Jersey is looking for a skilled Litigation Attorney to join their trial team. The role involves managing complex legal cases across state and federal courts, developing case strategies, and conducting depositions. Ideal candidates will have 3–7 years of litigation experience, a Juris Doctor degree, and the ability to navigate high-stakes legal challenges. This position offers a hybrid working model and comprehensive benefits, including medical insurance and a 401k with matching.

Qualifications

• Approximately 3–7+ years of litigation experience are required.
• Strong experience with motion practice and depositions is essential.
• Trial experience or exposure is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload from inception through resolution.
• Develop and execute case strategies in complex litigation matters.
• Handle all aspects of discovery including document‑intensive cases.
• Conduct and defend depositions, prepare witnesses for testimony.
• Draft and argue substantive motions, pleadings, and appellate briefs.

Skills

Motion practice

Depositions

Court appearances

Written and oral advocacy

Complex case management

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Active bar admission in New Jersey

Job description

Job Details

Salary: $120,000 - $200,000 per year. Hosted by Farrell Ougheltree.

About the Firm

Our client is a boutique law firm in Roseland, New Jersey that provides comprehensive legal services across a broad range of practice areas, including business and finance, employment, government relations, intellectual property, litigation, real estate, taxation, and trusts & estates. With a team of more than 20 attorneys, the firm combines big‑firm experience with a collaborative, efficient, and client‑focused approach, successfully handling high‑profile litigation and complex multi‑million‑dollar transactions while prioritizing clear communication and practical strategies.

Why Join Us?

• Hybrid opportunity
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k with matching
• Bonus structure
• Mentorship

Job Description

Our client, a highly regarded litigation firm, is seeking a skilled and driven Litigation Attorney to join its accomplished trial team. The firm handles complex, high‑stakes matters in both state and federal courts, at the trial and appellate levels, and is frequently engaged by other attorneys to take cases through trial.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload from inception through resolution, including trial and appeal where applicable.
• Develop and execute case strategies in complex litigation matters across multiple practice areas.
• Handle all aspects of discovery, including document‑intensive cases and coordination with expert witnesses.
• Conduct and defend depositions, and prepare clients, fact witnesses, and experts for testimony.
• Draft and argue substantive motions, pleadings, and appellate briefs.
• Appear in state and federal courts, as well as in arbitration and mediation proceedings.
• Collaborate with senior trial attorneys on high‑exposure matters and trial preparation.
• Evaluate opportunities for early resolution and develop creative strategies to achieve efficient outcomes for clients.

Practice Areas

• Personal injury and products liability litigation
• Medical and professional malpractice defense
• Partnership and shareholder disputes in closely held businesses
• Labor and employment litigation, including restrictive covenant disputes
• Commercial and contract litigation
• Insurance coverage disputes
• Construction litigation

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) and active bar admission in New Jersey (or ability to obtain).
• Approximately 3–7+ years of litigation experience.
• Strong experience with motion practice, depositions, and court appearances.
• Excellent written and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage complex cases with attention to detail and strategic insight.
• Trial experience or exposure strongly preferred.

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