Associate Attorney needed for Jersey City office

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Jersey City, NJ

Associate Attorney needed for Jersey City office

Attorney

1-5 yrs required

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Job Overview:A Jersey City-based general practice law firm with a focus on civil and business litigation is actively seeking a full-time Associate Attorney. This is an excellent opportunity for a junior attorney with 1–2 years of legal experience to gain immediate exposure to courtroom appearances, legal drafting, depositions, discovery, and client interaction. The position offers a fully remote work environment while allowing the selected candidate to work closely with the firm’s managing attorney and rapidly develop litigation skills early in their career.Location:Jersey City, NJDuties:Draft pleadings, legal briefs, and motions across a variety of subject mattersSupport lead attorney in deposition and trial preparationAttend court conferences and mediationsConduct legal research using LexisNexisAssist clients in responding to and drafting discoveryCommunicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnelRequirements:1–2 years of experience in a law firm setting and/or judicial clerkshipStrong academic credentials (GPA of or higher)Demonstrated ability to handle legal research and writing projects independentlyAbility to manage multiple responsibilities in a remote environmentEducation:Juris Doctor (.) degree from an ABA-accredited law schoolCertifications:New Jersey Bar admission requiredNew York Bar admission is a plus, but not requiredSkills:Proficiency with legal research tools (LexisNexis)Basic proficiency with Microsoft Word and ExcelFamiliarity with Adobe PDF softwareStrong verbal and written communication abilitiesHigh level of organization and attention to detailAbility to work independently in a remote environmentCompensation & Benefits:Bonus and incentive compensation opportunitiesCompetitive benefits package100% remote work flexibility