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Litigation Associate Attorney

Job in Westfield, Union County, New Jersey, 07090, USA
Listing for: Jobot
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-02
Job specializations:
  • Law/Legal
    Legal Counsel, Lawyer
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Base Pay Range

USD /yr - /yr

Job Details

Managing a diverse caseload of civil litigation matters.

  • Developing and implementing litigation strategies, conducting discovery, drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs, and representing clients in court proceedings.
  • Negotiating settlements on behalf of clients in a manner that serves their best interests.
  • Collaborating with other attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to ensure the smooth progression of cases from inception to resolution.
  • Providing legal advice and guidance to clients, explaining complex legal concepts and issues in a clear and understandable manner.
  • Staying updated with the latest developments in civil litigation law and using this knowledge to enhance your practice and provide the best possible representation to clients.
  • Upholding the highest standards of professional conduct and ethics at all times.
Responsibilities
  • Manage a diverse caseload of civil litigation matters.
  • Develop and implement litigation strategies, conduct discovery, draft pleadings, motions, and briefs, and represent clients in court proceedings.
  • Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients.
  • Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to ensure timely case resolution.
  • Provide clear legal advice and guidance to clients.
  • Stay current with civil litigation developments to enhance practice.
  • Maintain professional conduct and ethics.
Qualifications
  • Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
  • Admitted to practice law in the state and in good standing with the state bar.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in civil litigation, focusing on court proceedings.
  • Excellent legal research and writing skills, with the ability to draft clear, concise, and persuasive pleadings, motions, and briefs.
  • Strong negotiation skills, with a proven ability to negotiate favorable settlements.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, interacting effectively with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and team members.
  • Strong organizational and time‑management skills, managing high volume of cases and meeting strict deadlines.
  • A commitment to exceptional client service and achieving the best outcomes for clients.
  • A high degree of professional ethics and integrity.
Benefits
  • Competitive salary
  • Excellent benefits: 401(k), health insurance
  • Flexible work schedule
  • Opportunity for growth

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

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Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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