Description:
Shimberg, Friel & Kaulback, P.C. is a boutique litigation defense firm that represents a wide range of sophisticated clients in varying types of civil disputes, including but not limited to premises liability, liquor liability, products liability, property damage, construction defect, and consumer fraud. We are seeking an Associate Attorney who is admitted to the Bars of both New Jersey and Pennsylvania (State and Federal Courts) to join our team in Cherry Hill, New Jersey. Those applying for this position should be capable of autonomously handling his or her own case load.This opportunity is designed for an attorney looking to build a long-term, valued career at a close-knit law firm. While effectively counseling our valued clients and obtaining the best possible results is paramount, we also foster a culture where the work-life balance of our dedicated team members is equally as important.
Please apply by submitting a current CV highlighting your litigation experience. If you so choose, please also submit a cover letter detailing why you are interested in joining our firm and why you believe you would be a good fit. FLEXIBLE START DATE.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary, commensurate with skill and experience.
- Retirement plan with employer matching.
- Health and dental insurance.
- 100% payment of New Jersey and Pennsylvania Bar renewal fees.
- 100% payment of Continuing Legal Education fees.
- Annual performance-based bonuses.
- While not required, origination incentives are offered for generating new client business.
- Paid time off.
Schedule:
- Full-time.
- A hybrid work schedule is available, with flexibility for remote work while maintaining a collaborative, in-office environment.
- Billable hour requirement: 1800 hours per year.
Responsibilities:
Autonomous day-to-day handling of all aspects of civil ligation, including intake, client interaction/reporting, pleadings, written discovery, depositions, mediation, arbitration, and trial.
Qualifications:
- Active admission to the Bars of both New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
- Minimum 3-5 years of active civil litigation experience.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to build rapport with clients and communicate with confidence.
- Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to quality and accuracy.
- Strong work ethic and results-oriented approach.
- Collaborative and team-oriented.
- Knowledge of Clio file management software is a plus, but not required.