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Eminent Domain / Condemnation Associate Attorney

$120k - $160k

Orion Placement

Pay: $120,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

  • Join a respected New Jersey firm handling high-impact matters for municipalities and public agencies
  • Work on sophisticated eminent domain/condemnation cases from acquisition strategy through litigation
  • Strong compensation plus an excellent benefits package (including an onsite gym)
  • Meaningful, community-facing work with visible outcomes across New Jersey
  • Limited hybrid flexibility may be available for the right attorney

Location: Roseland, NJ (primarily on-site, with limited hybrid flexibility considered)

Note: Must be admitted to the New Jersey Bar and have 3+ years of relevant eminent domain/condemnation experience representing governmental entities.

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established New Jersey law firm known for its work at the intersection of public and private sector matters, advising municipalities and other public agencies across the state. They are collaborative, quality-driven, and committed to mentoring strong attorneys who want to build a long-term practice in New Jersey.

Job Description

  • Advise municipalities and public agencies on the lawful exercise of eminent domain authority in New Jersey
  • Draft and review acquisition documents, including purchase and sale agreements and related conveyance materials
  • Prepare condemnation complaints and supporting documents through filing and case progression
  • Analyze title issues, property valuation materials, and tenant relocation considerations
  • Draft and respond to legal briefs and motion practice in eminent domain litigation
  • Coordinate with stakeholders and maintain clear, professional client communication throughout matters
  • Support hearings and case proceedings; opportunity to gain additional litigation exposure as needed

Qualifications

  • Admission to the New Jersey Bar (in good standing)
  • 3+ years of experience in eminent domain/condemnation and public agency representation in NJ
  • Strong legal writing, drafting, and negotiation skills
  • Confident communicator with a client-service mindset
  • Experience with condemnation commissioners’ hearings and or trials is a plus, not required

Why You’ll Love Working Here

  • Supportive team environment with a strong reputation statewide
  • Interesting public-sector work with real impact on communities
  • High-quality benefits and resources that make day-to-day work easier
  • Long-term growth opportunity for an attorney who wants to specialize and become a go-to advisor in this space

JPC-648

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

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

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