Litigation Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Litigation Attorney

Location: Roseland, NJ

Compensation: $170,000–$225,000 per year (based on experience) + discretionary bonus and merit-based increases

Job Type: Full-time | Hybrid (court appearances and in-office collaboration required)

Practice Area: Commercial, Healthcare, and Employment Litigation

Join a leading law practice with a strong reputation for excellence in complex litigation. This role offers the opportunity to handle sophisticated disputes in commercial, healthcare, and employment law while contributing to a collaborative team that values strategic thinking, professional growth, and high-quality advocacy.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of litigation matters from inception through resolution, with a focus on commercial, healthcare, and employment disputes.
• Draft and argue motions, pleadings, discovery requests and responses, and briefs.
• Conduct and defend depositions.
• Represent clients in court proceedings, arbitration, and administrative hearings.
• Develop and implement litigation strategies that align with client objectives.
• Provide mentorship to junior team members and contribute to process improvements within the department.
• Collaborate with attorneys across practice groups to support cross-functional legal needs.
• Maintain strong communication with clients, ensuring clarity and responsiveness throughout each case.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active admission to the New Jersey Bar required; New York Bar admission preferred (or willingness to obtain).
• Minimum 7 years of litigation experience, including first- or second-chair trial and/or arbitration experience.
• Strong writing, advocacy, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated integrity, professionalism, and sound legal judgment.
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex cases independently.
• Team-oriented mindset with strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Experience in healthcare or employment litigation highly preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual salary range: $170,000–$225,000 , commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Eligibility for discretionary year-end bonuses, merit-based increases, and origination credit.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, and access to voluntary benefits programs.
• Supportive environment emphasizing professional development, collaboration, and work-life balance.