Description
New Jersey – Junior Litigation Associate
The rapidly growing New Jersey office of Fisher Phillips is seeking a Junior Litigation Associate with 1-3 years of litigation experience to join our team. Ideal candidates will bring a desire to grow their practice under the mentorship of seasoned attorneys while taking on meaningful, client-facing work immediately.
About the Role
Qualified candidates will have experience handling 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
- Participating in mediations
While prior employment law experience is preferred, we are equally interested in 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
- Admission to the New Jersey and New York Bars are required
To apply, please upload a cover letter addressed to Elise Lyman-Hall, Attorney Recruiting Manager; resume, a copy of your law school transcript, and a brief writing sample (10 pages max).
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 $155,000 - $170,000. 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.
