Description:
A Premier Defense Litigation Law Firm is a premier insurance coverage and litigation defense law firm founded in 1998 on one principle—client service comes first. Our attorneys operate out of 23 offices, serving clients in more than 35 states nationwide. Collectively, we are a resource of experienced trial attorneys providing creative and responsive service.Our Cherry Hill, NJ is growing and actively seeking a Litigation Attorney interested in growing his/her career among our team of staff and attorneys, who value and foster open and honest communication, and act with integrity and professionalism.
A Premier Defense Litigation Law Firm offers a competitive compensation plan and an excellent benefits package in a dynamic work environment that provides substantial opportunities for professional development.
Opportunity | Associate Attorney
A Premier Defense Litigation Law Firm seeks a highly-motivated Associate Attorney with at least four years' experience in the defense of civil litigation. Broad experience in Insurance Defense is a plus, as is experience in employment, banking, intellectual property and construction litigation. Must be licensed to practice in New Jersey state and federal courts. Additional state admissions is a plus. This is an exceptional opportunity to be part of a dynamic team of lawyers defending matters throughout the United States for various clients within a forward-thinking firm.
Skills and Abilities:
The individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily:
- practice law in the state of New Jersey;
- manage multiple case files successfully in a busy environment;
- demonstrate strong legal research and analytical skills;
- excellent written and verbal communication skills;
- strong attention to detail with superb organization and prioritization skills;
- ability to move from case to case; and,
- knowledge of both state and federal court procedures.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include handling a substantial caseload of litigation. The following are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required to do this job successfully under the direction of a partner:
- draft, prepare and handle pleadings, motions, orders and legal memoranda;
- draft and respond to written discovery and dispositive motions;
- conduct legal research competently and with proficiency;
- prepare and take depositions of parties and experts;
- review client documents, draft case evaluations and status report correspondence; and,
- assist with and participate in mediations and court appearances;
The firm provides an experienced support staff, current technology, ongoing training, and full-time IT and marketing departments.
