About this opportunity
Agnello & Rogers lists this New Jersey - Senior Litigation Associate opportunity in berkeley heights, New Jersey. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
New Jersey – Senior Litigation Associate
The rapidly growing New Jersey office of Fisher Phillips is seeking a Senior Litigation Associate with 5+ years of defense-side complex litigation experience. Ideal candidates will bring meaningful experience managing sophisticated matters independently, as well as a desire to grow a book of business.
About the Role
Qualified candidates will have significant experience handling complex litigation matters from inception through resolution, including:
Drafting and responding to pleadings
Managing written and electronic discovery, including e-discovery strategy
Drafting and arguing dispositive and non-dispositive motions
Taking and defending depositions
Leading or substantially participating in mediations and trials
Mentoring junior attorneys and collaborating with litigation teams
While prior employment law experience is preferred, we are equally interested in senior litigators from other defense-side complex litigation practices who demonstrate a strong interest in developing an employment law practice and contributing to firm growth.
What We’re Looking For
Successful candidates will bring:
Excellent academic credentials
Advanced writing, analytical, and advocacy skills
The ability to manage multiple complex matters in a fast-paced environment
A collaborative mindset, empathy for teammates, and a strong commitment to client service
Initiative, sound judgment, adaptability, and leadership presence
Interest in business development and long-term practice growth
Admission to the New Jersey and New York Bars are required
Fisher Phillips is at the forefront of innovation and technology in the legal industry, and we value attorneys who embrace modern tools and forward-thinking approaches to enhance efficiency and client service.
Benefits
Fisher Phillips offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Generous paid time off
Paid parental leave
401(k) with carve-out election and profit sharing
Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
Employee assistance program
Optional benefits include critical care, accident and hospital indemnity insurance, student loan refinancing, dependent life insurance, and pet insurance.
The yearly salary range for this position is $195,000 - $215,000+. Actual base pay within this range will be determined by several components, including but not limited to, relevant experience, internal equity, skills, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law.
Please note: Fisher Phillips is accepting resumes from search firms for this position.
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Worksite address
berkeley heights, NJ, 07922, US
Who can apply
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