About:
Boutique defense firm with over 100 employees and offices in NJ, DE, and PA. They handle complex civil defense matters and offer collaborative teams, strong mentorship, and meaningful courtroom exposure.
Position Summary:
Seeking an associate who can manage matters independently with minimal supervision. While high-level trial experience is not required, the attorney must be capable of running files, making strategic decisions, managing discovery, and communicating effectively with clients on New Jersey matters.
Key Responsibilities:
- Independently handle civil defense matters in New Jersey from intake through resolution
- Manage discovery, prepare pleadings, draft motions, and coordinate depositions
- Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, briefs, and client correspondence
- Develop case strategy and work with partners, experts, and support staff as needed
- Maintain timely communication with clients and meet deadlines
- Track billing, calendaring, and matter management responsibilities
Qualifications:
- J.D. and active admission to the New Jersey bar (required)
- 1–5 years of civil litigation experience (defense experience preferred)
- Proven ability to manage cases independently with minimal supervision
- Strong legal research, writing, and organizational skills
- Professional client-facing skills and timely written communication
- Comfortable handling multiple matters and prioritizing tasks
What they Offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits
- Exposure to a range of NJ defense matters and opportunities for professional growth
- Collaborative culture with mentorship and support from experienced litigators
If you would like to learn more. about this role, or have any questions -please email me at sierra.ragland@gogpac.com
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
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