Senior Defense Litigation Lead — Complex Matters

Fisher Phillips LLP; Berkeley Heights (NJ); On-site; USD 195,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Paid parental leave

401(k) with profit sharing

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Fisher Phillips LLP in New Jersey is seeking a Senior Litigation Associate with 5+ years of defense-side complex litigation experience. The role emphasizes independent matter management and the opportunity to grow a book of business while mentoring junior attorneys.

Key duties include drafting pleadings, managing discovery, motions, depositions, and leading mediations or trials. Bar admissions in NJ and NY are required, with a collaborative culture and strong client service mindset.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of defense-side complex litigation experience.
• Experience managing matters independently.
• Willing to contribute to firm growth through business development.
• Excellent academic credentials.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and responding to pleadings.
• Managing written and electronic discovery, including e-discovery strategy.
• Drafting and arguing dispositive and non-dispositive motions.
• Taking and defending depositions.
• Leading or participating in mediations and trials.
• Mentoring junior attorneys and collaborating with litigation teams.

Skills

Legal research

Litigation management

Deposition experience

Motions drafting

Discovery strategy

Business development

Bar admission NJ/NY

Education

Juris Doctor or equivalent

Job description

Fisher Phillips LLP in New Jersey is seeking a Senior Litigation Associate with 5+ years of defense-side complex litigation experience. The role emphasizes independent matter management and the opportunity to grow a book of business while mentoring junior attorneys.

Key duties include drafting pleadings, managing discovery, motions, depositions, and leading mediations or trials. Bar admissions in NJ and NY are required, with a collaborative culture and strong client service mindset.