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Civil Litigation Associate Attorney

$115k - $160k

Orion Placement

Pay: $115,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

  • Join a respected, established New Jersey law firm where junior attorneys can build real litigation skills in an in-office environment.
  • Get hands-on exposure across the full lifecycle of civil litigation, not just narrow pieces of cases.
  • Work closely with experienced attorneys in a setting that supports mentorship, development, and substantive responsibility.
  • Build your career in a collegial small-firm environment that offers sophisticated work without Big Law bureaucracy.
  • Step into a role with clear long-term growth potential for a motivated litigator who wants to sharpen courtroom and case-handling skills.

Location: This is a full-time, fully on-site opportunity in Roseland, New Jersey, designed for attorneys who want the benefit of daily in-person collaboration, mentorship, and professional development.

Note: Must be admitted in New Jersey and have solid civil litigation experience in NJ, including familiarity with court rules, procedures, and the general litigation process.

About Us

We are a well-established law firm with a sophisticated, multidisciplinary practice and a reputation for delivering high-quality legal services with the responsiveness and direct client contact of a smaller firm. Our team handles meaningful legal matters across several practice areas and values strong advocacy, professionalism, and collaboration. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

  • Handle civil litigation matters from inception through resolution
  • Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation documents
  • Manage written discovery, document review, and case strategy support
  • Prepare for and attend depositions, court appearances, and hearings
  • Assist with trial preparation and overall litigation support
  • Conduct legal research and write clearly and persuasively
  • Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and the court in a professional manner
  • Manage deadlines, priorities, and multiple active matters effectively
  • Work closely with senior attorneys while also taking ownership of substantive assignments

Qualifications

  • J.D. from an accredited law school
  • Admitted to practice in New Jersey
  • 2+ years of directly relevant civil litigation experience
  • Strong knowledge of NJ litigation process, procedures, and rules
  • Experience with discovery and motion practice
  • Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
  • Organized, responsive, and able to manage multiple deadlines
  • Motivated to grow in an in-office, team-oriented environment

Why You Will Love Working Here

  • Real mentorship and daily access to experienced attorneys
  • Substantive litigation experience that helps accelerate your development
  • Collegial, professional team environment
  • Strong platform for a junior attorney who wants to grow the right way
  • High-quality work with meaningful client exposure and responsibility

JPC-844

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

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