Trial Attorney - Insurance Defense

BCG Attorney Search; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan with matching

Paid time off

Job summary

A law firm in Hackensack, NJ seeks a full-time Trial Attorney in its Insurance Defense Department. You will handle matters from inception through discovery to resolution, including trial.

New Jersey bar admission is required; New York bar admission is a plus. Candidates must have proven trial experience to verdict and strong analytical and organizational skills. Excellent written and verbal communication is essential, with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage insurance defense cases from inception to resolution.
• Conduct discovery and prepare for trial.
• Represent clients in court proceedings.
• Collaborate with team members to develop case strategies.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a full-time Trial Attorney for its Insurance Defense Department in Hackensack, NJ. The ideal candidate will handle various insurance defense matters from initial file opening through discovery to resolution, including trial. This role requires actual trial experience to verdict and New Jersey bar admission, with New York bar admission being a plus.

Duties

• Manage insurance defense cases from inception to resolution.
• Conduct discovery and prepare for trial.
• Represent clients in court proceedings.
• Collaborate with team members to develop case strategies.

Requirements

• New Jersey bar admission required.
• New York bar admission preferred.
• Proven trial experience to verdict.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

Admission to the New Jersey State Bar.

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Long-term disability and firm-paid life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with matching and profit sharing.
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• Additional perks such as free flu shots and company outings.