JD degree from an ABA-approved law school with active NY license; NJ Bar admission preferred.
6+ years of NY General Liability litigation experience; NJ experience preferred.
Familiarity with NY and NJ commercial motor vehicle defense, UM/UIM, premises liability, construction accidents, and product liability.
Trial experience is a plus.
Proficient in Microsoft Office 365, ProLaw, Excel, and e-document management software.
Self-motivated with excellent time management and organizational skills.
Responsibilities
Evaluate new legal files for potential cases.
Communicate effectively with clients regarding case updates.
Produce discovery documents as required.
Research and draft legal memoranda across various legal areas.
Prepare and argue discovery motions in court.
Draft substantive pre- and post-trial motions and appeals.
Attend pretrial listings and participate in trial proceedings.
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Matching 401(k) plan.
Paid time off for personal and vacation days.
Mentorship opportunities for professional growth.
Collaborative and welcoming work environment.
Focus on work-life balance.
Full Job Description
The Woodbridge Office in Iselin, NJ is looking for an NY/NJ Associate to join our growing team.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Evaluate new files.
Client communications.
Discovery production.
Research and prepare legal memoranda on various areas of law.
Prepare and argue discovery.
Substantive, dispositive pre- and post-trial motions and appeals.
Attend pretrial listings.
Motions and trial.
Position Requirements:
Must have a JD degree from an ABA-approved law school and maintain an active license in good standing in New York; admission to the New Jersey Bar is preferred.
6+ years of NY General Liability litigation experience required. NJ General Liability litigation experience preferred.
Experience in both NY and NJ commercial motor vehicle defense, UM/UIM, premises liability, construction accident and product liability preferred. Trial experience preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, ProLaw, Excel, and e-document management software preferred.
Must be a self-motivated independent thinker with excellent time management skills, strong organizational skills, and outstanding communication skills with the ability to work as a team member in a high-volume fast paced work environment.
Cipriani & Werner P.C. offers a comprehensive benefit package. Highlights include:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
Matching 401(k)
Paid time off
Mentorship opportunities
Collaborative and welcoming work environment
Work-Life balance
This is a hybrid position.
The salary range for this position is $140,000-$180,000 and represents C&W's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range at the time of posting. Actual compensation will depend upon a number of factors, included but not limited to experience and qualifications.
