Civil Litigation Attorney

Pay: $80,000.00 - $300,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join an established, full-service law firm with a diverse and active legal practice.
• Opportunity is open to attorneys at multiple career levels, from newer attorneys to seasoned litigators.
• Gain meaningful exposure to civil litigation matters while building your courtroom, writing, negotiation, and case management skills.
• Work directly with experienced attorneys in a collaborative, professional environment.
• Take on meaningful responsibility and grow your practice based on your experience and capabilities.

Location:

This is a full-time, on-site opportunity in Newark, New Jersey, offering the benefits of working closely with attorneys and colleagues in a collaborative office environment.

Note:

Active admission to the New Jersey Bar is required. Civil litigation experience is preferred, particularly 3+ years, but we are open to both newer attorneys and experienced litigators who are a strong fit.

About Us

We are an established full-service law firm serving individuals, families, businesses, and corporate clients across a broad range of legal matters. Our team combines experienced legal representation with a practical, client-focused approach and offers attorneys the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to their cases and clients. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Handle civil litigation matters through various stages of the litigation process.
• Conduct legal research and prepare pleadings, motions, briefs, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Participate in discovery, case strategy, negotiations, hearings, and court appearances as appropriate to experience.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and other parties.
• Analyze legal and factual issues and develop practical strategies for resolving disputes.
• Manage deadlines, case files, and assigned matters with strong attention to detail.
• Collaborate with attorneys and legal professionals across the firm.

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey Bar admission required.
• Civil litigation experience preferred, with 3+ years especially desirable.
• Newer and more senior attorneys are encouraged to apply.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Comfortable working full-time on-site in Newark.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will join an established legal team where attorneys at different career stages can contribute, develop their skills, and take meaningful ownership of their work. This is an opportunity to broaden your litigation experience, work alongside experienced practitioners, and build a long-term legal career within a full-service practice.

JPC-2364

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

NOTE: This client is open for newer and more seasoned attorneys

Requirements: Must-have: NJ bar license. Preferred: 3+ yrs of civil litigation exp.

• Required Years as Associate: 0+; no hard minimum. 3+ years of civil litigation experience preferred.
• Salary Bands (Only if attorney role): 0 to 2 years: $80,000 to $110,000; 
• 3 to 5 years: $110,000 to $160,000;
• 6 to 9 years: $160,000 to $220,000;
• 10+ years: $220,000 to $300,000. 

Submission Email: Bruce - [email protected]

Quick Recruiter Reference

Established full-service NJ law firm hiring an on-site Civil Litigation Attorney in Newark. NJ Bar admission is the hard requirement; 3+ years civil litigation is preferred, but junior and senior attorneys are considered. Compensation is $80,000 to $300,000.

Recruiters Submission: To submit, cancel - Civil Litigation Attorney - Ehrlich, Petriello, Gudin, Plaza & Reed, P.C. - JPC-2364  - source

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