Litigation Associate Attorney

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Job Overview: A well-regarded law firm is seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney with 4-6 years of experience to join its New Jersey office. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in personal injury/liability defense litigation and experience working with medical records, providers, and expert witnesses. This position offers the opportunity to work both independently and as part of a collaborative litigation team, handling a variety of cases including public entity defense and civil rights matters.

Duties:

• Defend public entities in Tort Claim matters and §1983 Civil Rights litigation.
• Draft discovery demands and work with clients to respond to discovery requests.
• Conduct legal research and draft motions for litigation matters.
• Defend and take depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts.
• Collaborate with medical providers and expert witnesses to gather case information.
• Represent clients in appearances in state and federal courts.

Requirements:

• Proven ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines effectively.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Strong research, writing, and communication abilities.
• Admission to the New Jersey Bar is required.
• Experience in New Jersey state courts is essential; federal court experience is a plus but not required.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Active bar membership in New Jersey.

Skills:

• Expertise in personal injury/liability defense litigation.
• Strong legal research and drafting skills.
• Ability to handle depositions and manage expert witnesses.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

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