General Liability Attorney (Newark)

A well-established regional defense firm with over 45 years in practice is seeking an Associate Attorney with 2-10 years of experience in general liability defense or workers' compensation to join any office including - DC, Philadelphia, Fairfax, Baltimore, Pittsburgh,Mount Laurel, Newark, Richmond, Pittsburgh, Allentown, or Harrisburg. This Associate will defend insurers, self-insured businesses, and corporate clients across either general liability matters - including premises liability, casualty, and civil litigation - or workers' compensation claims. This position offers hybrid remote flexibility, with appearances required in their respective courts as needed.The firm has built a strong reputation across the Mid-Atlantic region over more than four decades, with a collaborative team culture and dedicated general liability and workers' compensation practice groups in the DC office. Associates benefit from direct mentorship, meaningful courtroom exposure, and a firm committed to professional development at every level.OfferHybrid remote flexibility with local court appearances as needed$95,000 - $175,000 base salary, contingent on experience, plus performance-based bonus potentialHealth, dental, and vision insuranceLife insurance and long-term disability coverage401(k) planPaid time offBar dues and CLE coverageIn-house mentoring program1,850 billable-hour requirementQualifications2-10 years of general liability or workers' compensation litigation experience in defenseActive bar license in DC, MD, VA, PA, and/or NJ in good standingStrong litigation skills including depositions, discovery, and motions practiceStrong writing, communication, and analytical skillsAbility to manage a caseload independently while collaborating with partners and senior attorneysResponsibilitiesHandle a caseload of general liability or workers' compensation defense matters from inception through resolutionDraft and argue motions, conduct depositions, and manage discoveryRepresent clients in state and federal court hearings, arbitrations, mediations, and workers' compensation proceedingsCommunicate directly with clients and advise on risk, exposure, and claims strategyCollaborate with partners and colleaguesFor this position you must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We do not sponsor for this position.Benefits Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability 401(k) Plan Paid Time Off Bar dues and CLEs In-house mentoring program