Associate Attorney- Tort and Insurance Defense

Job Description

Job Description

Associate Attorney- Tort and Insurance Defense

OVERVIEW
We are seeking a Litigation Associate with a minimum of 5 years of tort and insurance defense litigation experience. Based in our Hackensack office, this role offers immediate client contact and responsibility, with opportunities to work on complex litigation matters.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Represent clients in tort and insurance defense litigation matters
Handle depositions, motion practice, and court appearances
Provide strategic counsel and assume responsibility for client matters from the outset
Draft pleadings, discovery requests, and other litigation documents
Collaborate with partners and colleagues to develop case strategies
Manage multiple assignments independently while maintaining attention to detail

QUALIFICATIONS
Juris Doctor (J.D.) with excellent academic credentials
Admission to the New Jersey Bar required, NY is a plus but not required
Minimum of 5 years of tort and insurance defense litigation experience
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Professional judgment, problem-solving ability, and sound decision-making skills
Proactive, resourceful, and committed to delivering high-quality work

 

 

 

Benefits

 

- For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 07/14/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed. Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications, and a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. A human recruiter reviews all results. Click here for details on our virtual recruiter .  Everforth CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. Everforth CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Individuals needing special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment can contact a member of our Human Resources team at  View email address on ziprecruiter.com to make arrangements.