Associate Attorney - NJ - Newark

Associate Attorney – Civil Law (Cherry Hill, NJ)

Full-Time | Direct Hire

If you have 1-5 years of experience and are passionate about growing your career, this position offers a dynamic and supportive environment for professional development.

Duties and Responsibilities

As an Associate Attorney, you will:

• Represent corporate, governmental, and individual clients in civil litigation matters.
• Handle zoning and planning, insurance defense, and various other civil legal issues.
• Draft and prepare pleadings, including real estate contracts, insurance defense answers, and divorce complaints.
• Conduct legal research using LexisNexis and other legal resources.
• Communicate regularly with clients and collaborate with other attorneys via phone, video, and in person.
• Attend court proceedings and participate in hearings.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA accredited law school.
• New Jersey Bar admission in good standing (required).
• 1-5 years of experience in civil law, particularly in insurance defense and real estate zoning.
• Ability to draft pleadings, including real estate contracts, divorce complaints, and insurance defense answers.
• Strong research and writing skills, with proficiency in LexisNexis.
• Professional communication skills for client and attorney interactions.
• Must be able to work in the office full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM.

• Competitive salary, based on experience. Bonus program.
• Health & Life insurance with no premium to the employee.
• Opportunity to work with a team of experienced attorneys and paralegals.
• Firm longevity: Over 50 years of serving clients in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, New York, and the District of Columbia.
• Collaborative environment with opportunities for career growth and mentorship.

To Apply:

Please submit your resume and a writing sample for consideration. This is a direct-hire, full-time position with no cost to candidates for placement. Join a respected firm with diverse practice areas in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, and take your legal career to the next level!