A well-established and growing defense firm is seeking a Litigation Associate (1+ years) with experience in insurance defense, specifically bodily injury and general liability matters.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
• Independently manage a litigation caseload
• Conduct depositions
• Prepare witnesses for deposition and trial
• Review and analyze discovery requests
• Prepare and respond to discovery requests, pleadings, and motions
• Trial preparation and support
• Maintain accurate time records
Candidate Requirements
• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
• One plus years’ experience
• Admitted to practice in New Jersey and/or New York
• Experience with motion practice and depositions
• Experience taking lead in plaintiff and expert depositions
• Capable of independent work
• Work in an organized and efficient manner
• Superior research and writing skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to analyze complex matters