Senior Defense Litigator — Complex Litigation Expert

Sacbar; Berkeley Heights, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 195,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with match

Parental Leave

PTO

Job summary

Fisher Phillips seeks a Senior Litigation Associate in New Jersey with 5+ years of defense-side complex litigation experience. The role involves handling matters from inception through resolution, managing discovery, motions, depositions, and trials, while mentoring junior attorneys and contributing to firm growth.

Ideal candidates will have strong academic credentials, excellent writing and advocacy skills, and a collaborative, client-focused mindset. NJ and NY Bar admissions are required.

Qualifications

• Excellent academic credentials.
• Advanced writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex matters in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative mindset with empathy for teammates and client service focus.
• Initiative, sound judgment, adaptability, and leadership presence.
• Interest in business development and long-term practice growth.
• Admission to the New Jersey and New York Bars are required.

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 substantially participating in mediations and trials.
• Mentoring junior attorneys and collaborating with litigation teams.

Skills

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Advocacy

Business development

Team leadership

Client service

Job description

Fisher Phillips seeks a Senior Litigation Associate in New Jersey with 5+ years of defense-side complex litigation experience. The role involves handling matters from inception through resolution, managing discovery, motions, depositions, and trials, while mentoring junior attorneys and contributing to firm growth.

Ideal candidates will have strong academic credentials, excellent writing and advocacy skills, and a collaborative, client-focused mindset. NJ and NY Bar admissions are required.