Trial Attorney.650

Frink-Hamlett Legal Solutions; New Jersey; Hybrid; USD 152,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Frink-Hamlett Legal Solutions seeks an experienced Trial Attorney to join its New Jersey staff counsel office in a hybrid role (in-office two days, remote three days). The position offers a base salary of $152,000–$165,000 with a 10% bonus and comprehensive benefits.

You will defend insured clients, manage full caseloads, and provide guidance to internal claims professionals while ensuring regulatory compliance. Travel ~20% for depositions and court appearances is anticipated.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school is required.
• Active membership in the New Jersey Bar in good standing is required.
• Strong knowledge of New Jersey state laws, court procedures, and local practices.
• Minimum of 7+ years of legal experience in the jurisdiction.
• Trial experience is preferred and admission to multiple state bars is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Excellent legal research, analytical, and litigation skills are essential.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
• Experience with legal case management systems in a paperless environment.
• Strong typing and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of the insurance industry and business operations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Independently represent insured clients in court and present witnesses and evidence in litigated matters.
• Analyze complex legal and factual issues; conduct thorough legal research and develop effective defense strategies.
• Draft pleadings, discovery, motions, and legal briefs.
• Prepare for and handle all aspects of trials and appeals, as assigned.
• Provide timely legal advice and clear communication to clients and claims professionals in accordance with litigation guidelines.
• Assist in developing training materials for the Claims Department.
• Communicate professionally with courts, witnesses, opposing counsel, and clients.
• Manage a caseload efficiently from inception to resolution.
• Travel as needed for depositions, court appearances, and meetings (approximately 20%).
• Stay current with legal trends and complete continuing legal education (CLE) requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Trial experience

7+ years of legal experience

NJ Bar admission

Communication skills

Legal research

Analytical skills

Litigation skills

Typing

Organizational skills

Insurance knowledge

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from ABA-accredited law school

New Jersey Bar license

Tools

Legal case management systems

Job description

A highly regarded insurance carrier is seeking an experienced Trial Attorney to join its New Jersey staff counsel office. This is a hybrid position based in Roseland, Hamilton or Marlton. The role requires two days in the office and three days remote. Base salary range is $152K - $165K, plus a 10% bonus and a competitive benefits package.

Primary Duties

The Trial Attorney provides legal representation to insured clients in the defense of litigated claims, as well as offering legal guidance to internal claims professionals. The position entails managing a full caseload from inception through resolution while ensuring compliance with all applicable legal and regulatory requirements. Additional duties include the following:

• Independently represent insured clients in court and present witnesses and evidence in litigated matters
• Analyze complex legal and factual issues; conduct thorough legal research and develop effective defense strategies
• Draft pleadings, discovery, motions, and legal briefs
• Prepare for and handle all aspects of trials and appeals, as assigned
• Provide timely legal advice and clear communication to clients and claims professionals in accordance with litigation guidelines
• Assist in developing training materials for the Claims Department
• Communicate professionally with courts, witnesses, opposing counsel, and clients
• Manage a caseload efficiently from inception to resolution
• Travel as needed for depositions, court appearances, and meetings (approximately 20%)
• Stay current with legal trends and complete continuing legal education (CLE) requirements
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school required
• Active membership in the New Jersey Bar in good standing required
• Strong knowledge of New Jersey state laws, court procedures, and local practices
• Minimum of 7+ years of legal experience in the jurisdiction
• Trial experience preferredAdmission to multiple state bars is a plus
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent legal research, analytical, and litigation skills
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment
• Experience with legal case management systems in a paperless environment
• Strong typing and organizational skills
• Knowledge of the insurance industry and business operations preferred

Frink-Hamlett Legal Solutions is an equal opportunity employer and all applicants will receive considerations for employment without discrimination based on race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or citizenship status.