Position: Insurance Defense / Medical Malpractice Attorney
Location: Cranford, NJ (Hybrid or Full Remote)
Billable Hours: 1800/year
About the Firm:
The client is a highly respected litigation and business law firm based in Cranford, New Jersey. The client is seeking a skilled Insurance Defense or Medical Malpractice Attorney to join their litigation team. This is a hybrid position but can be a full remote, offering a mix of remote flexibility and in-office collaboration. The ideal candidate will have experience in one or more of the following areas: insurance defense, medical malpractice, civil litigation defense, commercial or business litigation, and public entity litigation.
Practice Areas:
- Insurance Defense
- Medical Malpractice Defense
- Civil Litigation Defense
- Commercial & Business Litigation
- Public Entities Litigation
Responsibilities:
- Manage a caseload of complex litigation matters
- Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and discovery
- Attend court appearances, depositions, and mediations
- Participate in trial preparation and trial work as needed
- Communicate effectively with clients, courts, and opposing counsel
- Collaborate with a seasoned team of litigators on case strategy
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
- Licensed to practice in the state of New Jersey (in good standing)
- 2+ years of experience in litigation (insurance defense, med mal, civil or commercial litigation preferred)
What the client offers:
- Hybrid Work Schedule - Enjoy flexibility with a balanced mix of remote and in-office work
- Reasonable Billable Hour Requirement - 1800 hours annually
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Collegial and team-oriented firm culture
- Opportunity to work on high-profile, complex cases