Professional Liability and Employment Associate

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Professional Liability and Employment Associate in Hackensack, New Jersey. This role offers the opportunity to engage in sophisticated litigation, handling complex matters in professional malpractice and employment disputes. The associate will work in a dynamic environment, gaining hands-on experience across all litigation phases.

Duties

• Manage a full litigation caseload from inception through resolution.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Draft and respond to written discovery.
• Prepare substantive and discovery-related motions.
• Participate in court appearances, oral arguments, mediations, and conferences.
• Assist with employment litigation matters, including workplace disputes and administrative proceedings.
• Represent professionals and businesses in complex professional liability matters.
• Maintain strong client relationships through regular communication and strategic case updates.
• Collaborate with partners and litigation teams on case strategy and matter management.

Requirements

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school.
• Minimum of 3 years of litigation experience.
• Admission to the New Jersey Bar required.
• Experience in professional liability, employment litigation, or defense litigation preferred.
• Superior legal research, writing, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced litigation environment.
• Strong time management and client service skills.

Education

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the New Jersey Bar.

Skills

• Superior legal research, writing, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced litigation environment.
• Strong time management and client service skills.

Benefits

• National platform with more than 250 attorneys nationwide.
• Uncapped opportunities for career advancement.
• Collaborative and supportive team culture.
• Sophisticated litigation matters with hands-on experience.
• Meaningful client interaction and courtroom exposure.
• Strong mentorship and professional development opportunities.
• Robust discretionary and billable hours-based bonus program.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York
New York
United States 10017
Phone : (212) 232-0277
Fax : (213) 895-7306