Senior Attorney needed for Short Hills office

5-20 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm in Short Hills, NJ, is seeking a Senior Attorney with a strong background in litigation, particularly in health care, ERISA, and commercial litigation matters. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional communication, drafting, and interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

Duties:

• Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties.
• Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence efficiently and responsively.
• Provide timely, accurate, and quality work products.
• Successfully meet deadlines and expectations and perform work duties as required.
• Foster positive work relationships.
• Comply with all firm policies and practices.
• Engage in physical and sedentary activities, including working at a computer for extended periods, participating in digital/virtual conference calls, and attending meetings as needed.
• Perform all other duties, tasks, or projects as assigned.
• Review and draft discovery responses, briefs, motions, and memoranda.

Requirements:

• 6+ years of experience with drafting litigation documents, such as motions to dismiss, written discovery, and summary judgment motions in health care, ERISA, and commercial litigation matters.
• State and federal court experience is a plus.
• Strong communication, drafting, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively.
• Strong project management skills and attention to detail.
• Admitted to practice law with a strong academic background from a nationally recognized school.

Education & Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice law.

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in drafting litigation documents.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Effective time management and prioritization abilities.
• Strong project management skills.
• Attention to detail.

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