Associate Attorney - General Liability - Insurance Defense

Chartwell Law
Red Bank, NJ

At Chartwell, we don’t just serve clients—we live our values. With over 300 attorneys in 30+ offices nationwide, we’re a fast-growing civil litigation firm built on collaboration, innovation, and integrity. Our culture is guided by the Chartwellian Charter—a 10-point promise to support one another, embrace diversity, and pursue excellence.

We’re seeking professionals who bring talent, humility, and heart. Here, you’ll find more than a job—you’ll find community, opportunity, and a voice that matters. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, wellness and mentoring programs, and a workplace that celebrates your growth.

What sets us apart is our ability to blend national reach with a close-knit, collegial atmosphere. We work seamlessly across offices and practices, share knowledge freely, and step up for each other. Our team helps shape the firm’s future, contributes to thought leadership, and gives back through meaningful initiatives.

If you're ready to be part of a team that values “we” over “me,” we’d love to hear from you.

Primary duties include:
  • File review and legal analysis of claims and causes of action
  • Extensive legal research and drafting of substantial briefs, memos, pleadings, and appellate briefs
  • Annual billable amount of 1950 hours required
  • Regularly representing clients in court, at arbitrations and in depositions
  • Drafting and responding to discovery requests
  • Expert witness retention and collaboration
  • Trial preparation and attendance
  • Some travel may be required
Requirements:
  • 3+ years of General Liability experience
  • Familiar with handling civil cases from beginning to end,
  • Experience taking and defending depositions, drafting and arguing substantive motions, attending hearings and trials
  • Experience participating in negotiations and mediations
  • J.D. degree from an ABA-approved law school
  • Admitted to practice in the state of NY and NJ, other states a plus but not required
  • Superior analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Solid research abilities and written and oral communication skills
  • Strong work ethic, ability to self-manage and work in a team environment
  • Must respond promptly to e-mail and phone inquiries
  • Excellent client skills and telephone manner
  • Competitive salary: $100,000–$150,000

Top 3 Reasons to Work at Chartwell Law:

Well-being & Flexibility - We offer multiple medical plan options, including an innovative plan that promotes price transparency. Our comprehensive benefits also include dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. In addition to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), we proudly partner with Headspace as part of our robust Well-being program. Our roles feature hybrid and remote options, flexible scheduling, generous paid time off, additional floating holidays, and paid parental leave.
Community & Inclusion - Chartwell Law is proud to be Mansfield Certified, reflecting our commitment to transparent and equitable advancement opportunities. We offer benefits coverage for domestic partners and actively support a robust DEI Committee and Women’s Committee. Through our Chartwell Cares initiative, we champion charitable causes, encourage volunteerism with paid time for service, and provide assistance to colleagues in times of need—fostering a workplace rooted in compassion and connection.
Social & Professional Development - We are lifelong learners who engage in training, mentorship, and leadership development programs. Our vibrant company culture includes summer celebrations at every office and initiatives that promote connection across locations—creating a level of camaraderie rarely seen in law firms or corporate environments of our size.

Please note that Chartwell does not accept unsolicited resumes or other identifying information for potential candidates from recruiters. Chartwell will not pay any recruiting fees in the absence of a fee agreement with Chartwell and specific pre-approval from Human Resources to submit a proposed candidate.
Any recruiter who has a potential candidate must first contact Human Resources to determine if candidates are being accepted.
Posted 2025-11-25

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