Litigation Attorney

Beacon Hill Staffing Group; Cinnaminson Township (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Hill Staffing Group seeks an experienced Civil Litigation Attorney for a well-established law firm serving New Jersey and Pennsylvania. The role demands independent management of litigation matters, drafting pleadings and motions, handling discovery, and court appearances as needed.

The successful candidate will handle diverse matters including nursing home, healthcare, elder law, business disputes, real estate, HOA issues, and contract litigation, with emphasis on client service and

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active New Jersey bar admission; Pennsylvania bar admission preferred.
• Approximately six or more years of litigation experience.
• Ability to independently manage active litigation files and appear in court.
• Proven experience drafting motions, pleadings, discovery requests and responses.

Responsibilities

• Manage civil litigation matters from initial case assessment through resolution.
• Draft and respond to pleadings, motions, and other litigation-related filings.
• Prepare, answer, and manage written discovery, including Interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admission.
• Conduct legal research and prepare litigation strategy recommendations.
• Attend court appearances, hearings, conferences, mediations, and other proceedings as required.
• Negotiate settlements and assist clients in resolving disputes efficiently.
• Advise clients on legal issues, risk management, and business transactions.
• Maintain compliance with court rules, legal standards, and professional obligations.
• Collaborate with attorneys, staff, and clients to ensure effective case management and client service.

Skills

Litigation

Motions & Pleadings Drafting

Discovery Management

Court Appearances

Negotiation

Legal Research

Client Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Tools

Amicus Attorney

Job description

Beacon Hill was founded to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing. Beacon Hill's client, a well‑established law firm serving clients throughout New Jersey and Pennsylvania, is seeking an experienced Civil Litigation Attorney to join its growing practice. The firm is seeking a seasoned litigator who can independently manage litigation matters, draft pleadings and motions, handle discovery, and represent clients in court when needed. The practice includes a broad range of matters, including nursing home law, healthcare law, elder law, business disputes, real estate matters, homeowner association issues, collections, contracts, and related civil litigation matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage civil litigation matters from initial case assessment through resolution.
• Draft and respond to pleadings, motions, and other litigation-related filings.
• Prepare, answer, and manage written discovery, including interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admission.
• Conduct legal research and prepare litigation strategy recommendations.
• Attend court appearances, hearings, conferences, mediations, and other proceedings as required.
• Negotiate settlements and assist clients in resolving disputes efficiently.
• Advise clients on legal issues, risk management, and business transactions.
• Maintain compliance with court rules, legal standards, and professional obligations.
• Collaborate with attorneys, staff, and clients to ensure effective case management and client service.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active New Jersey bar admission required; Pennsylvania bar admission strongly preferred.
• Approximately six or more years of litigation experience.
• Proven experience drafting motions, pleadings, discovery requests, and discovery responses.
• Ability to independently manage active litigation files and appear in court.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
• Experience with Amicus Attorney or similar case management software is a plus.
• Experience in estate planning, probate, real estate law, or homeowner association law is beneficial but not required.

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Company Profile:

Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement. Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs. Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com .

Benefits Information:

• Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility.
• Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.

Benefits Information:

• Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility.
• Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.

We look forward to working with you.Beacon Hill. Employing the Future (TM)