Description:
Tired of the stress of the big city? Are you looking to improve your quality of life? Then consider practicing law at the Jersey Shore. An Established Commercial Boutique Law Firm is seeking an associate with one to five years' experience to join our team. We are an established commercial boutique law firm, serving Atlantic and Cape May counties in Southern NJ. Our partners have been together for more than 25 years and the majority of our clients are long-standing. Our Firm handles a wide variety of matters, ranging from commercial and residential real estate, complex commercial transactions, business finance, commercial litigation, land use and estate planning / probate.As an associate in our practice, you will be involved in the following:
- Providing litigation support, including the drafting of pleadings, discovery requests, motions, legal memoranda, etc., conducting legal research, trial and hearing preparation, and appearing in court.
- Handling certain real estate transactions on your own, from contract to closing, and assisting partners on more complex transactions.
- Drafting of commercial agreements and corporate documents.
- Providing support for land use applications and hearings.
- Providing support for estate planning and probate.
- JD Degree from an accredited law school;
- Admission to the New Jersey Bar;
- 1-5 years of experience;
- Outstanding academic credentials;
- Ability to work independently;
- A diligent attitude and a willingness to learn;
- The ability to improvise—not all law is straightforward, and we pride ourselves on our ability to problem-solve;
- Strong communication skills, both oral and written; and
- Able to thrive in a fast-paced, rewarding environment while meeting deadlines.
