Associate Attorney - Personal Injury

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Salary: $100,000 - $150,000 per year

We are a prestigious law firm based in Roseland, NJ, offering an outstanding opportunity for an Associate Attorney with a minimum of 3+ years of experience in personal injury defense. Our firm is on a growth trajectory, and we are seeking a passionate attorney to join our collaborative and service-oriented work environment. As a self-starter with a flair for compassionate client relationships and courtroom expertise, you'll find a rewarding home with us.

• Dynamic Growth: Be part of a thriving law firm that is expanding, offering ample opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Collaborative Environment: Enjoy working in a team-oriented setting where excellence in service is the core focus.
• Client-Centric Approach: Engage in meaningful client interactions and take ownership of cases, guiding clients through various legal processes.
• Courtroom Exposure: Gain extensive courtroom experience, handling all aspects of family law cases, from pretrial hearings to trials.
• Comprehensive Support: Benefit from a supportive infrastructure with delegated responsibilities, allowing you to focus on your expertise.
• Salary commensurate with skill and experience, negotiable
• Competitive benefits package: health, dental, and vision insurance; retirement plan; life insurance; and PTO.
• Covered expenses for CLE, bar dues, and approved voluntary bar memberships.

Responsibilities:

• Immediate client contact and assumption of responsibilities
• Demonstrate experience in taking ownership of a client's case – discovery, pleadings, motions, collaboration, and mediation; pretrial hearings, motion hearings, and trials
• Conduct client meetings and recommend strategies
• Prepare and draft legal documents on behalf of our clients
• Advise our clients on business and legal transactions
• Negotiate settlements of legal disputes
• Litigating personal injury cases in a courtroom environment
• Delegate work to paralegals and legal assistants and monitor their work
• The ability to attend/appear in court or before government agencies in New Jersey
• Comply with all legal standards and regulations
• Perform administrative and management functions related to the practice of law

Education/Experience Requirements:

• 3+ years of Personal Injury experience
• JD degree
• New Jersey Bar Admission is required
• Experience researching complex matters

Qualifications:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proactiveness, resourcefulness, and a strong work ethic
• Ability to communicate professionally with internal and external clients
• Ability to work independently and multi-task required
• Previous experience as a trial court law clerk is a plus but not necessary
• Ability to build rapport with opposing counsel and/or clients
• Personable and professional

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