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Associate Attorney in Somerset

Date Posted: 19 August 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

Mass Tort / Class Action Associate Attorney

Location: New Jersey
Experience: 3+ years
Compensation: $150,000–$165,000

A respected law firm is looking to add an experienced Mass Tort / Class Action Associate Attorney to its growing litigation practice.

This is an opportunity for a plaintiff-side attorney who wants meaningful responsibility in complex litigation and the opportunity to work on matters involving individuals and groups of plaintiffs.

What You’ll Handle

  • Manage complex litigation matters from initial case evaluation through resolution

  • Assist with and take responsibility for pleadings, discovery, motions, depositions, and trial preparation

  • Conduct legal research and develop case strategy

  • Work with clients throughout the litigation process

  • Handle matters in state and federal courts

  • Assist with case intake, investigation, and evaluation of potential claims

  • Work collaboratively with experienced attorneys on complex plaintiff-side matters

Ideal Background

  • 3+ years of litigation experience

  • Experience with mass tort, class action, personal injury, products liability, or another complex plaintiff-side practice

  • Experience handling matters in state and federal courts

  • Strong understanding of civil litigation procedure

  • Excellent legal research, writing, and oral communication skills

  • Ability to manage multiple matters and take ownership of assignments

  • Admission to both the New Jersey and New York Bars in good standing

A background in science, medicine, or another technical field is a plus but is not required.

What This Opportunity Offers

  • $150,000–$165,000 base salary

  • Potential bonus opportunities

  • Comprehensive benefits package

  • Retirement benefits

  • Professional development opportunities

  • Opportunity to work on sophisticated plaintiff-side litigation

  • Collaborative environment with experienced litigators

  • Meaningful responsibility and client interaction

If you're a plaintiff-side litigator considering a move, I'd be happy to have a confidential conversation and provide additional information about the opportunity.

Apply confidentially:
zach.zink@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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