Litigation Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Wisniewski & Associates, LLC seeks an attorney, licensed in NJ and NY, with 1-5 years of experience for its estate planning & administration and litigation practice.

All candidates must be able to work independently and have excellent research, writing and communication skills.

Duties include, but are not limited to :

• Meet with clients and review client information; confer with managing member and associate attorneys.
• Research laws, statutes, ordinances, regulations, court opinions, including precedents and reasoning, and trends using Westlaw and standard print texts.
• Develop strategy by anticipating how the law applies to client's situation; identify and evaluate legal options; preparing contracts, documents and memorandum, apply legal precedents to the client's situation;

explain legal strategies and potential actions and obtain client approval for a course of action.

• Prepare matters by gathering documents, facts and other material required for the representation; attending meetings, hearings, conference calls, and client meetings;
• review investigative findings; consult with and engage experts; prepare and interview witnesses; develop arguments and testimony;

complete filings, and submissions; supervise paralegals.

• Manage files by monitoring schedules; expediting requirements; obtaining and forwarding information.
• Appear on behalf of clients or support other attorneys in the firm at meetings or hearings; organizing exhibits and evidence;

taking notes; scheduling witnesses; ensuring that witnesses arrive as scheduled.

• Helps clients by initiating and maintaining contact; preparing clients; keeping clients informed of case status.
• Updates knowledge by participating in continuing educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks;

participating in professional organizations.

Skills / Qualifications :

Applicants must possess a Juris Doctor degree from a U.S. accredited law school and have been admitted to the practice of law in New Jersey.

Admission in New York is a plus. A successful candidate will have 1 to 5 years relevant legal experience, must be able to maintain client confidentiality, have excellent research, written communication, oral communication and presentation skills and have an ability to analyze and digest information.

Competitive salary, health, dental and vision benefits, bar membership, continuing education, life insurance, disability insurance and 401(k).

Company Description

Since 2006, Wisniewski & Associates, LLC® has focused on how to best serve our clients, developing a reputation for attaining strong results and earning the respect of our colleagues.

Managing Partner John S. Wisniewski has earned a Distinguished Peer Review Rating from Martindale-Hubbell® for his high ethical standards and professional ability.

He has also dedicated much of his life to public service, serving as a member of the New Jersey Legislature for twenty two years and as Chairman of the Assembly Transportation Committee and New Jersey Fire Safety Commission for much of that time.

He brings that same dedication to his legal practice. People and business throughout New Jersey count on our firm for :

Personalized service We approach each case with an open mind and take the time to understand the specific circumstances, so we can represent our clients’ interests effectively.

Reputable counsel Clients trust us to provide credible advice and skilled representation, and we work hard every day to earn that trust.

Tailored legal support We focus on a few key practice areas to offer our clients exceptional advocacy for a variety of issues within those fields.

No matter how complicated the issue, we are committed to maximizing your chances of obtaining a positive outcome.

Company Description

Since 2006, Wisniewski & Associates, LLC® has focused on how to best serve our clients, developing a reputation for attaining strong results and earning the respect of our colleagues.

Managing Partner John S. Wisniewski has earned a Distinguished Peer Review Rating from Martindale-Hubbell® for his high ethical standards and professional ability.

He has also dedicated much of his life to public service, serving as a member of the New Jersey Legislature for twenty two years and as Chairman of the Assembly Transportation Committee and New Jersey Fire Safety Commission for much of that time.

He brings that same dedication to his legal practice. People and business throughout New Jersey count on our firm for : r nPersonalized service We approach each case with an open mind and take the time to understand the specific circumstances, so we can represent our clients’ interests effectively.

r nReputable counsel Clients trust us to provide credible advice and skilled representation, and we work hard every day to earn that trust.

r nTailored legal support We focus on a few key practice areas to offer our clients exceptional advocacy for a variety of issues within those fields.

r nNo matter how complicated the issue, we are committed to maximizing your chances of obtaining a positive outcome.