Workers Compensation Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Port Reading (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Mentorship opportunities

Collaborative environment

Work-life balance

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Woodbridge, NJ seeks a Workers' Compensation Associate to join our litigation team. You will represent clients in hearings, depositions, and mediations while collaborating with senior attorneys on complex cases.

Ideal candidates hold a JD from an ABA-approved law school, active NY/NJ licenses, and experience in workers' compensation; strong time management and communication skills are essential in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Qualifications

• JD degree from ABA-approved law school.
• Active license in good standing in New York and New Jersey.
• Workers' Compensation experience preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office 365, ProLaw, Excel, and e-document management software.
• Self-motivated independent thinker with excellent time management skills.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work as a team member in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and analysis on various legal issues.
• Draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and agreements.
• Represent clients in court hearings, depositions, and mediations.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex cases.
• Maintain billable hours as necessary.
• Manage client relationships and a caseload with supervision.
• Assist in the representation of clients in motion practice, conferences, mediations, and trials when necessary.

Skills

MS Office 365

ProLaw

Excel

E-document management

Time management

Communication skills

Education

JD degree from ABA-approved law school

Tools

ProLaw

Excel

Microsoft Office 365

E-document management software

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Workers' Compensation Associate to join their team in Woodbridge, NJ. The role involves representing clients in various legal proceedings and collaborating with senior attorneys on complex cases.

Duties

• Conduct legal research and analysis on various legal issues.
• Draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and agreements.
• Represent clients in court hearings, depositions, and mediations.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex cases.
• Maintain billable hours as necessary.
• Manage client relationships and a caseload with supervision.
• Assist in the representation of clients in motion practice, conferences, mediations, and trials when necessary.

Requirements

• JD degree from an ABA-approved law school.
• Active license in good standing in New York and New Jersey.
• Workers' Compensation experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, ProLaw, Excel, and e-document management software preferred.
• Self-motivated independent thinker with excellent time management skills.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work as a team member in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

Education

JD degree from an ABA-approved law school.

Certifications

Active license in good standing in New York and New Jersey.

Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, ProLaw, Excel, and e-document management software.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Outstanding communication skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Matching 401(k).
• Paid time off.
• Mentorship opportunities.
• Collaborative and welcoming work environment.
• Work-life balance.