Senior Litigation Attorney

Confidential Careers; Cherry Hill Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Life Insurance

Long Term Disability Insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Reimbursement of continuing litigation

Reimbursement for Bar Renewal Fees

Job summary

Confidential Careers in New Jersey seeks a Civil Litigation Associate to represent clients in court and before agencies, draft pleadings and contracts, and guide a paralegal and staff on client matters. You will mentor junior attorneys and collaborate with partners in a fast-growing firm.

Ideal candidates have at least six years of legal experience, practice in NJ (bar in PA is a plus), and strong written/verbal skills. A hybrid schedule is available with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Six+ years of legal experience preferred.
• Attorneys must practice in New Jersey (required).
• Bar in Pennsylvania is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build rapport with clients.
• Familiarity with real estate and HOA law is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in court or before government agencies.
• Prepare and draft legal documents for clients.
• Advise clients on business and legal transactions.
• Negotiate settlements for disputes.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Perform administrative and management tasks related to the practice of law.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Client relations

Teamwork

Tools

Amicus Attorney Case Management Software

Job description

Are you someone whose talents are being under utilized? We value, recognize and support our hardworking, dedicated team members. Do you want to work at a law firm where your work is varied in several areas of law and able to make a direct impact on clients? We are not your typical law firm!

It is an exciting period of growth in our firm where everyone is a critical part of the team, yet big enough to offer the security and benefits you want. You will have a personal connection with the owner and daily interaction with our clients to see the fruits of your labor. Our firm makes a concentrated effort to have a great culture in the office. We have group outings each quarter and have office lunches to celebrate each person's birthday. These are a few examples of how we continue to foster a great atmosphere in the office.

We are seeking a Civil Litigation Associate Attorney to become a part of our team. You will represent clients in legal proceedings both in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, draft legal documents and work with clients on legal transactions both with businesses and individuals. A typical day consists of meeting with in person consultations and then leading a team consisting of a paralegal and support staff regarding a client's legal needs. Also being a mentoring attorney is an option as well. Hybrid work schedule is an option for this position.

About Company

Providing representation in the areas of Nursing Home Law, Health Law, Elder Law, Wills and Estates, Homeowner Association Law, Real Estate, Planning & Land Use, Zoning, Corporate, Contract, Business Law, and Collection in both New Jersey and Pennsylvania

• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Reimbursement of continuing litigation education seminars
• Reimbursement for annual Pennsylvania and New Jersey Bar Annual Bar Renewal Fees.

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Goal is not to feel obligated to work long nights or weekends.

Supplemental pay types:

• Monthly Bonus pay
• Quarterly Bonus pay

Responsibilities:

• Represent clients in court or before government agencies
• Prepare and draft legal documents on behalf of clients
• Advise clients on business and legal transactions
• Negotiate settlements for legal disputes
• Comply with all legal standards and regulations
• Perform administrative and management functions related to the practice of law

Qualifications:

• We are looking for an attorney who practices in New Jersey (Required) and if also barred in Pennsylvania is a huge plus
• A minimum of six (6) years of legal experience is needed
• Experience in Estate Planning and Probate is a plus
• Experience in Real Estate and Homeowner Association law is a plus
• Familiarity with various legal documents
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to build rapport with clients
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Excel
• Go-getter with a strong work ethic
• Knowledge of Amicus Attorney Case Management Software is a plus but not required
• Conveys confidence in person, phone, and in court
• Shows empathy to clients and puts them at ease during their challenging times
• Demonstrates exceptional communication skills
• Detail-oriented - quality and precision-focused
• Outcome-oriented - results-focused with a strong performance culture
• Stable - traditional, stable, strong processes
• Team-oriented - cooperative and collaborative
• Honesty – Instills respect for all and is ethical/trustworthy in all of the firm’s actions.

The firm offers competitive pay and benefits including PTO, health insurance, retirement plan, long term disability insurance and quarterly bonuses. The successful candidate will be part of a dynamic team of caring professionals.

Ideal candidate - attorney or counsel or lawyer - litigation attorney