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Mount Laurel, NJ, United States

Commercial Litigation And Labor And Employment Litigation Associate Attorney

Attorney

2-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm seeks a highly motivated and experienced Commercial Litigation and Labor and Employment Litigation Associate Attorney to join their dynamic legal team in Mount Laurel, NJ. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in complex litigation, superior academic credentials, and excellent communication skills. This position requires a deep understanding of commercial and employment litigation and managing a diverse caseload effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

• Handle a broad range of complex commercial litigation cases.
• Manage employment litigation in state and federal courts.
• Represent clients in administrative practices before local, state, and federal agencies.
• Engage in ERISA litigation.
• Defend clients in environmental and construction litigation.
• Handle class action lawsuits, product liability, and financial services cases.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Provide strategic legal advice to clients.
• Prepare and respond to discovery requests.
• Conduct depositions and witness interviews.
• Advocate for clients in court hearings and trials.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and partners on case strategy and development.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of laws and regulations about commercial and employment litigation.

Requirements:

• Minimum 3-4 years of experience in commercial and employment litigation.
• Broad-based experience in complex litigation, including some of the following areas:
  • Employment litigation in state and federal courts
  • Administrative practice before local, state, and federal agencies
  • ERISA litigation
  • Defending environmental and construction litigation
  • Class actions
  • Product liability
  • Financial services work
• An active bar license is preferred in NJ; an active PA license is preferred.
• Superior academic credentials.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent legal research and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Judicial clerkship experience is a plus.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• An active Bar license is required in NJ; an additional PA Bar license is preferred.

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of commercial and employment litigation.
• Proficient in legal research and writing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate integrity in handling sensitive legal matters.

Job Location:

• Mount Laurel, NJ

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with judicial clerkships.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex litigation cases effectively.
• A proactive approach to case management and client service.

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