Litigation Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Please note; this role is based in Middletown, 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

Exceptional legal research, analytical, and writing skills.

Compensation and Benefits