Senior Associate Attorney

Henderson Scott US; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Long-term career growth

Job summary

Henderson Scott US seeks an experienced Senior Attorney for its Bergen County, New Jersey office to handle a diverse range of legal matters, including condominium/cooperative association law, corporate matters, and litigation.

You will manage complex matters, work independently, and collaborate with seasoned attorneys in a professional environment, while developing long-term client relationships.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active admission to the New Jersey Bar in good standing.
• Significant experience in condominium/cooperative association law, corporate law, and/or litigation.
• Strong research, writing, negotiation, and analytical abilities.
• Ability to independently manage cases and client relationships.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated collaborative approach with sound independent judgment.

Responsibilities

• Represent condominium and cooperative associations in governance, contract disputes, and litigation.
• Provide counsel on association operations, governing documents, and compliance matters.
• Manage a diverse caseload from inception through resolution.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and legal pleadings.
• Conduct legal research and offer strategic recommendations to clients.
• Represent clients in court proceedings, negotiations, and other forums.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and deliver practical legal advice.
• Collaborate with colleagues to contribute to firm success.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Independent judgment

Client relationship management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

An established, full-service law firm in Bergen County, New Jersey, is seeking an experienced Senior Attorney to join its growing legal team. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney to take on a meaningful role within a well-established practice, handling a diverse range of legal matters while developing long-term client relationships.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in condominium and cooperative association law, corporate matters, and litigation. This position offers the opportunity to work independently, manage complex matters, and collaborate with experienced attorneys in a professional and supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Represent condominium and cooperative associations in a variety of legal matters, including corporate governance, contract disputes, and litigation.
• Provide legal counsel and guidance to clients regarding association operations, governing documents, and compliance matters.
• Manage a diverse caseload, including litigation and transactional matters, from inception through resolution.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, legal documents, pleadings, and other correspondence.
• Conduct legal research and provide strategic recommendations to clients.
• Represent clients in court proceedings, negotiations, and other legal forums.
• Maintain and develop strong client relationships while providing responsive and practical legal advice.
• Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to the continued success of the firm's practice.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active admission to the New Jersey Bar in good standing.
• Significant experience practicing law, ideally within condominium/cooperative association law, corporate law, and/or litigation.
• Strong legal research, writing, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage cases and client relationships.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively while exercising sound independent judgment.

What the Firm Offers

• Opportunity to join an established and respected law firm.
• Meaningful responsibility and autonomy over legal matters.
• Collaborative working environment with experienced attorneys.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Long-term career growth and professional development opportunities.