Overview
This role is for a full-time Associate Attorney to join a consumer protection law practice serving clients in New Jersey. The position focuses on handling a heavy and diversified caseload, including matters related to consumer protection such as transactional work and civil litigation.
Although the role is remote, the main office is located outside New Jersey, so communication with the headquarters will occur exclusively via telephone and electronic means. In-court appearances will require travel.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and supervise a heavy and diversified caseload of clients in New Jersey
- Communicate with clients regarding their respective matters
- Draft pleadings, motions, and legal memoranda
- Review and draft agreements
- Communicate with opposing parties to resolve and/or settle claims
- Conduct legal research on simple and complex issues in contract law and other areas of consumer law
- Travel for in-court appearances as required
Requirements
- Currently admitted to practice law in New Jersey
- Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience at a law firm
- Superior organizational and time-management skills to meet strict deadlines
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills
- Highest ethical standards and professional integrity
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with senior management and employees at all levels
Preferred Qualifications
- Proficiency in LexisNexis (preferred)
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: $90,000 / year
- Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
- 401K benefits with employer match
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Competitive compensation commensurate with expertise and previous experience
Location
- Remote
- Candidates must be currently located within the state of New Jersey to be considered for this role.
Application Deadline
Work Authorization
- The employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with Form I-9 information to confirm authorization to work in the United States.