NJ Litigation Defense Associate – 2+ Years, Client-Focused

LHH

New Jersey

On-site

USD 115,000 - 140,000

Full time

45 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential
Full benefits (401k, medical, dental,
Vision
Disability insurance
Firm provided cell phone

Job summary

LHH is assisting a mid-sized law firm in North New Jersey to hire a Litigation Defense Associate. The ideal candidate will have strong writing, research, and analytical skills, with the ability to develop relationships with clients. NJ licensure is required and a minimum of two years of litigation experience with billables is expected.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $115,000-$140,000 with bonuses and full benefits. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

  • Must have at least 2 years of litigation experience with billables.
  • Strong writing, research, and analytical skills.
  • Ability to develop relationships with clients and maintain professional rapport.

Skills

Litigation experience
Billables experience
Legal writing
Legal research
Analytical skills
Client relationships

Education

New Jersey license to practice law

Job description

LHH is assisting a mid-sized law firm in North New Jersey to hire a Litigation Defense Associate. The ideal candidate will have strong writing, research, and analytical skills, with the ability to develop relationships with clients. NJ licensure is required and a minimum of two years of litigation experience with billables is expected.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $115,000-$140,000 with bonuses and full benefits. Equal opportunity employer.

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