Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Title: Litigation Associate Attorney

Pay: $120,000 - $160,000

Work Experience: Minimum of 3 years experience in NJ litigation

Job Location: Newark, NJ 07106

License: NJ bar license (Required)

Work setting: In-person

Benefits:

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Note: This is an on site position at the Roseland, NJ office. After 1 year, attorneys may be able to work a hybrid schedule.

About Our Client:

Our client is a well-established law firm based in Roseland, NJ, serving both government and private sector clients. They specialize in public finance, redevelopment, land use, litigation, and alternative dispute resolution. With a strong commitment to professional growth, diversity, and a collaborative work environment, they offer attorneys an opportunity to work on high-level cases while maintaining work-life balance.

Responsibilities:

Handle a broad range of litigation matters, including municipal law, redevelopment, tax exemption, and labor and employment disputes.

Conduct legal research, draft motions and briefs, and manage discovery processes.

Represent clients in depositions, court conferences, and hearings.

Work closely with senior attorneys on complex cases, providing strategic legal support.

Engage in direct client interactions, including attendance at day and evening meetings.

Qualifications:

Licensed to practice law in New Jersey.

Minimum of 3 years of attorney experience. (More experience welcomed!)

Minimum of 3 years experience in NJ litigation.

Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.

Excellent communication and advocacy abilities.

Ability to manage cases independently and work collaboratively within a team.

Why This Is a Great Opportunity:

Competitive compensation with performance-based growth opportunities.

Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement savings.

Firm-paid CLE and bar membership fees to support ongoing professional development.

Collaborative and inclusive work environment with direct client engagement and meaningful casework.

This is a great opportunity to join a well-respected firm offering competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, a retirement plan, an employer-funded HSA, and an onsite gym.

The firm covers bar fees, CLE, professional dues, and business development expenses.

Limited hybrid schedules will be considered.