Senior Litigation Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Berkeley Heights (NJ); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

401(k) with retirement plan

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Pet insurance

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a Senior Litigation Associate for its Berkeley Heights, New Jersey office. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of defense-side complex litigation experience and a strong interest in developing an employment law practice.

The role involves drafting pleadings, managing discovery, motions, depositions, mediations, and trials. Candidates should have admission to NJ and NY bars, excellent writing and advocacy skills, and a collaborative mindset with a commitment to client

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Draft and respond to pleadings.
• Manage written and electronic discovery, including e-discovery strategy.
• Draft and argue dispositive and non-dispositive motions.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Lead or substantially participate in mediations and trials.
• Mentor junior attorneys and collaborate with litigation teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Team collaboration

Litigation management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Senior Litigation Associate in Berkeley Heights, New Jersey. The ideal candidate will have over five years of defense-side complex litigation experience and a strong interest in developing an employment law practice.

Duties

• Draft and respond to pleadings.
• Manage written and electronic discovery, including e‑discovery strategy.
• Draft and argue dispositive and non‑dispositive motions.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Lead or substantially participate in mediations and trials.
• Mentor junior attorneys and collaborate with litigation teams.

Requirements

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

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

Bar admission in New Jersey and New York.

Skills

• Strong analytical and advocacy skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in managing complex litigation matters.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401(k) with carve‑out election and profit sharing.
• Life insurance and long‑term disability coverage.
• Employee assistance program.
• Optional benefits include critical care, accident and hospital indemnity insurance, student loan refinancing, dependent life insurance, and pet insurance.