Professional Liability Litigation Associate (Hybrid NJ)

JobDiva, Inc.; Hackensack (NJ); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

My Client, a full-service National Law firm with more than 250 attorneys, seeks a Professional Liability Associate for a hybrid role in Hackensack, NJ. The attorney will independently handle all phases of professional liability litigation, including drafting, depositions, and court appearances.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of litigation experience, NJ admission (NY a plus), and strong advocacy, writing, and analytical skills to manage complex matters across state and federal courts.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of litigation experience in New Jersey courts.
• Admission to practice in New Jersey is required; New York admission is a plus.
• Experience handling matters in state and federal courts.
• Demonstrated experience drafting and arguing motions, conducting depositions, and representing clients in mediations/arbitrations.
• Strong courtroom presence and advocacy skills.
• Ability to independently manage all phases of professional liability litigation from inception through resolution.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage all phases of professional liability litigation from inception through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests/responses, and other litigation filings.
• Conduct and defend depositions.
• Attend and advocate at court appearances, mediations, arbitrations, settlement conferences, and other proceedings.
• Develop and execute litigation strategies while maintaining strong client relationships.
• Handle matters involving professional negligence, malpractice, E&O claims, and other complex liability disputes.
• Manage discovery, motion practice, expert witness coordination, and case deadlines in state and federal courts.
• Collaborate with partners and clients to provide strategic guidance and achieve favorable outcomes.

Skills

Litigation

Admitted NJ bar

State & federal court experience

Drafting motions

Depositions

Mediations/arbitrations

Courtroom presence

Job description

My Client, a full-service National Law firm with more than 250 attorneys, seeks a Professional Liability Associate for a hybrid role in Hackensack, NJ. The attorney will independently handle all phases of professional liability litigation, including drafting, depositions, and court appearances.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of litigation experience, NJ admission (NY a plus), and strong advocacy, writing, and analytical skills to manage complex matters across state and federal courts.