Description:
A Full-Service Law Firm's Madison, NJ office is seeking a Professional Liability Defense Associate Attorney.This is an excellent opportunity for attorneys looking to take on engaging, substantive responsibilities as part of a defense team within a national firm. The attorney will work on a tight-knit, dynamic team alongside experienced attorneys.
The Position:
Qualification:
- JD from an accredited law school
- Admitted to practice in the State of New Jersey
- 2+ years' experience in litigation
- Professional liability and legal malpractice defense a plus
- Deposition and trial preparation experience
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Legal project management experience
Responsibilities:
- Independently manage or support a defense litigation caseload from inception through dispositive motion, mediation, negotiated resolution, or trial
- Work closely with other attorneys and partners on legal projects
- Regularly handle court appearances and depositions
- Communicate with clients and provide status reports
