Description:
Seeking Associate Attorney for Jersey City Based Litigation FirmGeneral Civil and Business Firm Handling Commercial Disputes, Real Estate Litigation, Personal Injury (Plaintiff and Defense) and More.
Candidates should have one to three years (1-3) years of work experience as an associate attorney, judicial clerk or law clerk. Must be admitted to practice law or seeking admission to practice in New Jersey. New York bar admission is a plus.
Core Duties & Responsibilities
- Drafting, Preparing, & Formatting Motions, Pleadings, Discovery Demands and Responses.
- Legal Research and Writing.
- Communicating with Clients, Court Staff, Expert Witnesses, and Opposing Counsel.
- Reviewing Medical records, Bank Statements, Expert Reports, Case Evidence.
- Appearing in Court to Argue Motions, Attend Status Conferences, Assist with Other Proceedings.
- Assisting with Trial Preparation, Depositions, and all other aspects of legal practice.
Education & Work Experience:
- Juris Doctor Degree Required.
- Preferably at least 1-3 years of relevant work experience
- Must have NJ Bar admission, admission pending, or be studying for Bar Exam.
- NY Bar admission is a plus but not required.
- Working knowledge of New Jersey & New York Court Rules.
- Some experience in Litigation oriented practice is desired.
Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent verbal & written communication skills, native or native-level fluency in English is required, however bilingual candidates with Spanish speaking ability are encouraged to apply.
- Highly organized, self motivated & capable of working independently.
- Skilled in MS Word, Excel, LexisNexis.
- Capably operate computer, fax machine, scanner, photocopier, typewriter, & telephone.
- Work under deadline pressure.
- Proficient in Legal Research.
Work Environment:
- Professional law office environment. Moderate noise level within the work environment.
- Fully Remote Position to Start.
