Job Description
Job Description
Please note; this role is based in Cherry Hill, NJ.
Litigation Attorney
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Litigation Attorney to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in complex civil litigation, excellent legal research and writing skills, and a proven ability to manage cases independently from inception through trial or resolution. This role requires a dedicated professional with a passion for advocacy and a commitment to achieving favorable outcomes for our clients.
Key Responsibilities
- Case Management : Independently manage a diverse caseload, ensuring all deadlines and procedural requirements are met.
- Pleadings and Motions : Draft, review, and file various legal documents, including complaints, answers, counterclaims, and complex motions (e.g., motions for summary judgment, motions to dismiss).
- Discovery : Oversee and manage all phases of the discovery process, including drafting and responding to interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admission.
- Depositions : Prepare for and conduct depositions of parties, witnesses, and expert witnesses.
- Legal Research and Analysis : Conduct thorough legal research and draft persuasive legal memoranda, briefs, and internal analysis on challenging issues of law.
- Court Appearances : Represent clients in court for hearings, conferences, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
- Client Communication : Maintain regular and effective communication with clients, providing clear, strategic advice and updating them on case progress.
- Negotiation : Participate in settlement negotiations and mediation to achieve the best possible outcomes for clients.
Required Qualifications
Education : Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.Bar Admission : Must be an active member in good standing of the State Bar of [Specify State]. Admission to federal courts in the jurisdiction is preferred.Experience : One or more years of experience as a Litigation Attorney handling civil matters.Skills :Exceptional legal research, analytical, and writing skills.
Strong courtroom presence and oral advocacy skills.Proficiency in managing and utilizing e-discovery platforms and legal research tools (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis).Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.Compensation and Benefits
Salary : Commensurate with experience and qualifications.Benefits : Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance.Retirement : 401(k) plan with firm matching.Professional Growth : Support for continuing legal education (CLE) and professional development.