Litigation Partner or Senior Attorney with portable book

Jobot; East Hanover (NJ); On-site; USD 185,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a dynamic Litigation Partner to join our growing team in New Jersey. This permanent role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse client base and handle complex matters across employment, land use, education, cannabis, and corporate litigation with a portable book.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years of experience, a JD from an accredited law school, admission to the state bar, and a proven trial record.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school and bar admission.
• 8+ years of litigation experience with a strong track record.
• Trial experience and ability to manage complex matters.
• Excellent research, analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Strong client service orientation and ability to build relationships.
• Ability to work independently and with a team; strong business development abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse portfolio of litigation matters across multiple practice areas.
• Represent clients in court, arbitration, and mediation proceedings.
• Provide strategic legal advice and assess litigation risks.
• Develop and implement effective litigation strategies.
• Collaborate with partners, associates and staff to deliver high-quality services.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Keep abreast of legal developments and share knowledge.
• Participate in business development to attract new clients.

Skills

LegalResearch

Negotiation

CommunicationSkills

ClientService

BusinessDevelopment

IndependentWork

TeamCollaboration

Education

J.D. degree from an accredited law school

Admission to the state bar

Job description

Litigation Partner or Senior Attorney with a portable book - stable platform, strong support, and leadership that’s invested in your success

Job details: This Jobot Job is hosted by: Dana Paulo

Salary: $185,000 - $275,000 per year

A bit about us

Established, growth-oriented firm where litigators can actually build. With a broad, full-service platform and a leadership team that’s genuinely open-minded about practice mix, this is a place for attorneys who want the resources of a mid-size firm without the rigidity of BigLaw.

Why join us

Attorneys here enjoy real autonomy, direct client relationships, and the opportunity to grow any litigation practice — employment, commercial, land use, education, cannabis, government, or beyond. The firm is collaborative, entrepreneurial, and business-minded, with compensation structures designed to reward originators and support long-term growth.

Compensation range is estimated and depends on level and portable business.

Job Details

We are seeking a dynamic, seasoned Litigation Partner to join our esteemed firm. This is a permanent position that offers the opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients and handle complex legal matters. The ideal candidate will have a broad background in various areas of law, including employment law, land use/zoning, education law, cannabis law, corporate & business litigation, government-related litigation, commercial litigation, and business litigation. This role requires a minimum of 5+ years of experience in the legal industry, a strong track record of success, and a passion for delivering high-quality legal services.

Responsibilities

• Managing a diverse portfolio of litigation matters, including employment disputes, land use/zoning issues, education law matters, cannabis law issues, corporate & business litigation, government-related litigation, commercial litigation, and business litigation.
• Representing clients in court, arbitration, and mediation proceedings.
• Providing sound legal advice to clients on complex legal matters and potential litigation risks.
• Developing and implementing effective litigation strategies to achieve favorable outcomes for our clients.
• Collaborating with other partners, associates, and support staff to ensure the delivery of high-quality legal services.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and other stakeholders.
• Keeping abreast of developments in the law and sharing knowledge with colleagues.
• Participating in business development activities to attract new clients and expand the firm's client base.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the state bar.
• A minimum of 8+ years of experience in litigation, with a focus on employment law, land use/zoning, education law, cannabis law, corporate & business litigation, government-related litigation, commercial litigation, and business litigation.
• Proven track record of success in litigation, including trial experience.
• Excellent legal research, analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Strong client service orientation and ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong business development skills and ability to attract new clients.
• High ethical standards and professional integrity.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion.

This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned litigator to join a dynamic and collaborative team. If you are passionate about litigation and looking for a challenging and rewarding career, we look forward to receiving your application.

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