Litigation Associate - NJ

Golden, Rothschild, Spagnola, Lundell, Boylan, Garubo & Bell; Bridgewater (MA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

401(k)

Hands-on litigation

Client interaction

Mentoring

Professional development

Industry involvement

Team culture

Work-life balance

Hybrid work

Job summary

Golden, Rothschild, Spagnola, Lundell, Boylan, Garubo & Bell, P.C. (GRSLBG&B) seeks a Litigation Associate to join its New Jersey office, offering substantive responsibilities and mentoring in a collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of NJ litigation experience (insurance defense preferred), NJ Bar admission, and strong research, writing, and advocacy skills. After an initial in-office period, a hybrid schedule is available.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of New Jersey litigation experience, preferably in insurance defense.
• Admission to the New Jersey State Bar required.
• Experience taking and defending depositions.
• Familiarity with New Jersey State court practice and electronic filing.
• Ability to independently manage multiple matters and deadlines.
• Strong organizational, communication, and client-service skills.
• Experience with premises liability, transportation, trucking/automobile and rideshare claims, liquor liability matters, or other first- and third-party personal and commercial lines litigation is also beneficial.
• Federal Court admission and trial experience are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Managing an active litigation caseload.
• Communicating directly with clients and other professionals.
• Drafting pleadings, discovery demands and responses, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Review and summarize medical and other discovery records.
• Taking and defending depositions.
• Conducting legal research and developing case strategy.
• Appearing in New Jersey State and Federal Courts.
• Participating in conferences, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and other ADR proceedings.
• Working with experts and investigating factual and legal issues.
• Preparing matters for trial.
• Participating in and based upon experience, handling trials and appeals.

Skills

Research skills

Writing skills

Oral advocacy

Job description

Description

Golden, Rothschild, Spagnola, Lundell, Boylan, Garubo & Bell, P.C. (GRSLBG&B) is a well-established law firm specializing in insurance defense and complex litigation. We represent local, national, and international clients in state and federal courts throughout New York and New Jersey.

We are seeking a Litigation Associate to join our New Jersey Office. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who wants meaningful, hands-on litigation experience, direct client interaction, and the opportunity to develop as a well-rounded litigator.

At GRSLBG&B, Associates are given substantive responsibility and are encouraged to take an active role in their cases. You will work alongside experienced litigators and trial attorneys who will mentor and support your professional development while providing opportunities to build your own skills, judgment, and client relationships.

Responsibilities

As a member of our New Jersey litigation team, you will have the opportunity to handle matters from inception through resolution, including:

• Managing an active litigation caseload.
• Communicating directly with clients and other professionals.
• Drafting pleadings, discovery demands and responses, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Review and summarize medical and other discovery records.
• Taking and defending depositions.
• Conducting legal research and developing case strategy.
• Appearing in New Jersey State and Federal Courts.
• Participating in conferences, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and other ADR proceedings.
• Working with experts and investigating factual and legal issues.
• Preparing matters for trial.
• Participating in and based upon experience, handling trials and appeals.

Our Associates receive meaningful courtroom and litigation experience while working collaboratively with Partners and senior attorneys on sophisticated matters.

Requirements

Qualified candidates should have:

• At least 2 years of New Jersey litigation experience, preferably in insurance defense litigation.
• Admission to the New Jersey State Bar required.
• Strong research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Experience taking and defending depositions.
• Familiarity with New Jersey State court practice and electronic filing.
• Ability to independently manage multiple matters and deadlines.
• Strong organizational, communication, and client-service skills.

Experience with premises liability, transportation, trucking/automobile and rideshare claims, liquor liability matters, or other first- and third-party personal and commercial lines litigation is also beneficial.

Federal Court admission and trial experience are a plus.

Benefits

At GRSLBG&B, we believe attorneys develop by practicing law and being given meaningful responsibility. Our Associates work directly with experienced litigators and trial attorneys while developing the skills, judgment, and client relationships necessary to grow their careers.

We offer:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package
• 401(k) plan
• Hands-on litigation and courtroom experience
• Direct client interaction and relationship development
• Opportunities to take and defend depositions, make court appearances, participate in ADR, and gain trial experience
• Mentoring from experienced litigators and trial attorneys
• CLE coordination and professional development support
• Opportunities for involvement in the broader legal and insurance industries
• Collaborative and supportive team culture
• Positive work/life balance
• Hybrid work opportunities

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary: $85,000–$140,000 per year, commensurate with experience

This position involves the active, in-person practice of law, including court appearances, depositions, client matters, and other litigation responsibilities. Following an initial in-office period, Associates are eligible for a hybrid work schedule consistent with the needs of their cases, clients, and the Firm.

GRSLBG&B is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.