Associate Attorney needed for Jersey City office

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Job Overview:

A Jersey City-based general practice law firm with a focus on civil and business litigation is actively seeking a full-time Associate Attorney. This is an excellent opportunity for a junior attorney with 1–2 years of legal experience to gain immediate exposure to courtroom appearances, legal drafting, depositions, discovery, and client interaction. The position offers a fully remote work environment while allowing the selected candidate to work closely with the firm’s managing attorney and rapidly develop litigation skills early in their career.

Location:

• Jersey City, NJ

Duties:

• Draft pleadings, legal briefs, and motions across a variety of subject matters

• Support lead attorney in deposition and trial preparation

• Attend court conferences and mediations

• Conduct legal research using LexisNexis

• Assist clients in responding to and drafting discovery

• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel

Requirements:

• 1–2 years of experience in a law firm setting and/or judicial clerkship

• Strong academic credentials (GPA of 3.0 or higher)

• Demonstrated ability to handle legal research and writing projects independently

• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a remote environment

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school

Certifications:

• New Jersey Bar admission required

• New York Bar admission is a plus, but not required

Skills:

• Proficiency with legal research tools (LexisNexis)

• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel

• Familiarity with Adobe PDF software

• Strong verbal and written communication abilities

• High level of organization and attention to detail

• Ability to work independently in a remote environment

Compensation & Benefits:

• Bonus and incentive compensation opportunities

• Competitive benefits package

• 100% remote work flexibility

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