Legal Jobs in Montclair

Medscape, a division of WebMD, develops and hosts physician portals and related mobile applications that make it easier for physicians and healthcare professionals to access clinical reference sources, stay abreast of the latest clinical information, learn about new treatment options, earn continuing medical education credits and communicate with peers. WebMD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, color, religion, sex, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, medical condition, disability, veterans status, or any other basis protected by law.

Medscape, a division of WebMD, is the leading online destination for physicians and healthcare professionals worldwide. Medscape develops and hosts physician portals and related mobile applications that make it easier for physicians and healthcare professionals to access clinical reference sources, stay abreast of the latest clinical information, learn about new treatment options, earn continuing medical education credits and communicate with peers. We're looking for an experienced and motivated client services professional to join our Client Success Organization. You will be responsible for building and maintaining strong post-sale/execution customer satisfaction, acting as the day-to-day lead on assigned accounts, and ensuring the timely and successful delivery of our solutions according to customer needs and objectives. This job is for you if you are an extremely organized individual, have the ability to manage multiple priorities, excel in a deadline-driven environment, and have strong communication skills with the ability to pivot.

Build and maintain strong client relationships, including onsite presence as needed. Support overall client satisfaction by providing the highest caliber customer-service experience. Partner with Sales to help meet client and internal goals and improve overall business performance. Manage day-to-day partnership and collaboration with all departments from sale to execution and launch. Collaborate with internal teams including Project Managers throughout the development lifecycle to ensure overall project health, including asset review, internal kick off meetings, Client reviews, quality checks, etc. Support regular client-facing communications and adhering to client communication standards by preparing and distributing kick off materials, client status reports, contact reports, MLR meetings and follow ups, etc. Ensure the timely and successful delivery of Medscape solutions in collaboration with customer needs and objectives. Learn and exhibit a thorough understanding of Medscape process to achieve optimum efficiency and speed to market. Demonstrate comprehensive understanding of revenue delivery and supporting overall team revenue goals. Client travel as required.

Bachelor's degree preferred or will consider related experience. Minimum of 1-2 years of experience with a combination of digital, agency and healthcare experience. Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in Account Management or Client Service.

Experience in pharmaceutical/HCP advertising, or healthcare, or medical/legal/regulatory review process strongly desired; equivalent experience in a highly regulated industry may substitute. Familiarity with HCP-based clients including MLR process. Understanding of digital advertising. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

$58,500-65,000. This position is also eligible for a discretionary company bonus, based upon business results.

Employees in this position are eligible to participate in the company sponsored benefit programs, including the following within the first 12 months of employment: Health Insurance (medical, dental, and vision coverage), Paid Time Off (including vacation, sick leave, and flexible holiday days), 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching, Life and Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Commuter and/or Transit Benefits (if applicable). Eligibility for specific benefits may vary based on job classification, schedule (e.g., full-time vs. part-time), work location and length of employment.

Corporate Transactions Associate | Hackensack, NJ (Hybrid) – Base Salary $230k+

Location/Schedule: Hackensack, NJ (Hybrid)

Base Salary: $230k

Practice: Corporate Transactions – Business formations, mergers & acquisitions, contracts, commercial deals, governance, and strategic counseling for businesses across industries

What stands out about this opportunity:

• Clear Path to Partnership: Secure a genuine partner-track opportunity for standout performers, joining a firm with a proven history of elevating talented associates to ownership roles.
• Elite, Judge-Respected Team: Collaborate with a powerhouse group featuring multiple former Superior Court Judges, earning widespread respect from the bench for their expertise and integrity.
• Highly Collaborative Environment: Thrive in a tight-knit, supportive culture where Ivy League-educated attorneys and seasoned professionals prioritize teamwork, quality work, and long-term client relationships over rigid hierarchies.
• Build and Own Client Book: Step into a growing practice with untapped potential—take ownership of meaningful work, cultivate direct client relationships, and capitalize on missed opportunities in a dynamic, expanding firm.
• Premium Compensation Rewards: Earn a strong $230,000+ base bolstered by performance incentives and comprehensive benefits, reflecting the firm's commitment to compensating excellence in high-impact transactions.

Core Requirements (Flexibility for Exceptional Candidates):

• JD from an accredited law school and active New Jersey Bar admission (New York admission a plus).
• 3+ years of relevant corporate/transactional experience, ideally in business deals, M&A, contracts, or entity governance.
• Strong skills in drafting agreements, due diligence, negotiations, and advising clients on complex corporate matters.

No one fits every box perfectly - if you're passionate about corporate transactions and close on experience, let's connect confidentially! This is one of several similar roles I'm handling.

If this aligns with your career goals, reach out for a quick, private chat.

working/work at home options are available for this role.

Insurance Defense Associate | Newark, NJ (Hybrid) – Base Salary $175k

Location/Schedule: Newark, NJ (Hybrid – flexible in-office/remote balance)

Base Salary: $175,000+

Practice: Insurance Defense Litigation – General liability, premises liability, motor vehicle/trucking accidents, construction accidents (including NJ Labor Law analogs), professional liability, products liability, and high-exposure claims for national insurers, self-insured entities, and Fortune 500 clients

What stands out about this opportunity:

• High-Volume, High-Impact Caseload – Handle a steady stream of meaningful defense matters from day one, with real courtroom and negotiation exposure in NJ state and federal courts.
• Strong Mentorship & Growth – Work in a supportive environment with assigned mentors and hands-on guidance, accelerating your litigation skills and career trajectory.
• Reasonable Work Expectations – Enjoy balanced billable targets (around 1850–1900 hours) and hybrid flexibility, allowing focus on quality defense without burnout.
• Diverse & Prestigious Clientele – Represent leading national carriers, self-insured corporations, and major institutions, gaining broad experience across multiple lines of coverage and industries.
• Competitive Rewards Structure – Secure a solid $175,000+ base with performance bonuses and comprehensive benefits in a firm that values results and long-term associate success.

Core Requirements (Flexibility for Exceptional Candidates):

• JD from an accredited law school and active New Jersey Bar admission (New York admission a plus).
• 2+ years of insurance defense or related civil litigation experience (auto, premises, construction, or general liability preferred).
• Proficient in discovery, motions, depositions, client communication, and trial preparation in high-stakes matters.

No one fits every box perfectly - if you're motivated by insurance defense and close on experience, let's connect confidentially! This is one of several similar roles I'm handling.

If this fits your next step in NJ litigation, reach out for a quick, private conversation.

Labor and Employment Of Counsel (Management-Side) | Newark, NJ (Hybrid) – Base Salary $280,000

Location/Schedule: Newark, NJ (Hybrid – flexible in-office/remote balance)

Base Salary: $280,000+ (commensurate with experience; bonuses and full package competitive) Practice: Management-Side Labor & Employment – Counseling, compliance, investigations, training, restrictive covenants, trade secrets, traditional labor relations, and high-stakes litigation defending employers in discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage/hour, wrongful termination, and union matters for national/international corporations and businesses

What stands out about this opportunity:

• Well-Ranked Regional Powerhouse – Join a firm consistently featured on Best Law Firms® lists (2026 edition: nationally in 4 areas, regionally in 36 including 24 Metropolitan Tier 1 rankings), delivering prestigious, high-caliber work across complex practices.
• Top-Tier Litigation Recognition – Benefit from a highly regarded litigation department, especially in New Jersey - named “New Jersey Firm of the Year” by Benchmark Litigation for the 10th consecutive year (2026), with repeated honors as Labor & Employment Litigation Department of the Year by New Jersey Law Journal (2024, 2022).
• Lean Staffing for Real Responsibility – Thrive in an "intelligently and leanly" staffed model that gives experienced attorneys significant ownership and meaningful responsibility early, partnering directly with clients on strategic matters.
• High-Profile Management-Side Excellence – Engage in an award-winning management-side practice focused on proactive counseling and aggressive defense for sophisticated corporate employers, including compliance audits, internal investigations, and cutting-edge labor/employment disputes.
• True Of Counsel Autonomy + Collaboration – Enjoy the independence and flexibility of a true Of Counsel role - working closely with department leadership while maintaining substantial autonomy in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment that values expertise and long-term impact.

Core Requirements (Flexibility for Exceptional Candidates):

• JD from an accredited law school and active New Jersey Bar admission (New York admission a plus).
• 8+ years of management-side labor & employment experience, including counseling, investigations, compliance, and litigation (discrimination, wage/hour, restrictive covenants, union issues).
• Strong skills in client advising, drafting policies/training, conducting investigations, and litigating in federal/state courts and administrative agencies.

If this aligns with your expertise in defending employers, reach out for a quick, private discussion.

Position: Legal Administrative Assistant/Paralegal

Summary: The New Jersey Office of a Multinational Law Firm currently has an opening for a Legal Admin/Paralegal to Partners and Associates

Comp Package: Base salary up to $75K, Paid Overtime, Bonus, Full Benefits, 401K+, etc.

Responsibilities for Legal Administrative Assistant/Paralegal:

• Provide gate keeping, administrative and document support to attorneys
• Assist attorneys with overseeing and facilitating the day-to-day activities
• Type and edit legal documents, proofread for content and typographical errors
• Handle administrative duties such as travel arrangements, calendaring deadlines, meeting coordination, and client services
• Responsible for expense reports and time entry
• Answer attorneys private telephone line, take messages or providing information as appropriate
• Open and close files as necessary, promptly handling the filing of legal or other administrative materials
• Assist with additional ad hoc projects as needed

Qualifications for Legal Administrative Assistant/Paralegal:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• 3+ years of legal secretary/paralegal experience in a law firm
• Ability to prioritize and coordinate work, maintain confidentiality, and think critically and analytically under pressure
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Ability to work productively and cooperatively with all levels of staff

Divorce & Family Law Attorney

Remote or Hybrid (Hackensack, NJ)

$120,000 – $190,000 + Bonus

An established New Jersey family law practice is looking for an experienced attorney to join its high‑performing team.

This is not just another role—it’s a chance to practice law at the highest level without the distractions of chasing invoices, scrambling for clients, or dealing with micromanagement. With strong systems, dedicated support staff, and a steady stream of quality cases, you can focus on what you do best: winning outcomes and guiding clients through life’s toughest challenges.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Steady pipeline of clients thanks to a dedicated intake team
• No billing headaches—in‑house billing & collections handle it all
• Full legal support with assistants and paralegals keeping hours billable
• Real autonomy—trusted to manage caseloads without interference
• Clear path to partnership with a respected, prestigious family law firm

The Work

You’ll represent clients in divorce and family law matters including custody, support, equitable distribution, and domestic violence. Negotiation is prioritized, litigation pursued when necessary, and every client receives the personal attention they deserve.

The Ideal Candidate

• 3–25 years’ experience in family/divorce law
• Strong communicator—clear, confident, client‑focused
• Compassionate yet assertive when needed
• Organized, decisive, and commercially aware

What’s Offered

• $120,000 – $190,000 base salary + strong bonus structure
• Remote flexibility or modern office across from the courthouse
• Comprehensive benefits: health, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, and more
• Consistent caseload of quality clients
• Supportive team culture with growth opportunities

Why This Firm

Here, attorneys aren’t just handling cases—they’re helping people through one of the most difficult times in their lives, backed by a practice that provides the structure, resources, and respect to do it properly.

If you’re ready to step into a role where your expertise is valued, your time is protected, and your career can truly grow, this is the opportunity to pursue.

Junior Professional Liability Associate | Hackensack, NJ Office | National Recognised, Award Winning Firm | Up-to $160K

Join a nationally respected litigation firm dedicated to defending professionals and their insurers in high-stakes matters. This role focuses on protecting accountants, architects/engineers, doctors, lawyers, insurance brokers, real estate professionals, and others in errors & omissions (E&O)/professional negligence claims, disciplinary hearings, and regulatory proceedings in state and federal courts through trial and appeal - with an emphasis on confidentiality, reputation protection, expeditious resolutions, proactive risk audits, and client hotline support.

Why You Should Join:

· Team-First, Collaborative Culture

The firm is ranked among the largest law firms in Law360's Top 400. It fosters a team-first, collaborative culture emphasizing integrity, innovation, open communication, support, and excellence in client service.

· Uncapped Career Advancement in a Growing Firm

Uncapped career advancement in a growing, dynamic firm (recent lateral additions strengthening key practices like Employment Defense and Insurance Coverage).

· Impactful, High-Profile Work

Impactful, high-profile work protecting clients' reputations, licenses, and businesses in national/regional matters. Recognized as a top employer (U.S. News Best Companies to Work For; Mansfield Certified/True Trailblazer for inclusivity).

· Opportunity to Join a Nationally Respected Leader

Opportunity to join a nationally respected litigation firm serving insurers, professionals, and businesses with proactive, value-driven approaches.

· Competitive Compensation & Growth

Highly competitive compensation up to $160K, combined with a stable, expanding platform that offers mentorship, direct involvement in sophisticated cases, and real long-term advancement.

Day-to-Day:

· Defend professionals in E&O/professional negligence claims, disciplinary proceedings, and regulatory matters

· Handle all phases of litigation including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, trials, and appeals in state and federal courts

· Draft and argue dispositive motions and oppositions

· Provide proactive risk management, conduct audits, and support client hotlines

· Collaborate with partners, insurers, and clients on strategy, reputation protection, and expeditious resolutions

· Participate in high-exposure matters emphasizing confidentiality and value-driven outcomes

Ideal Candidate:

· 1+ years of litigation experience (professional liability, insurance defense, or related preferred)

· Strong research, writing, and motion practice skills

· New Jersey bar admission required (multi-jurisdictional experience a plus)

· Interest in defending professionals' careers, licenses, and reputations

· Self-directed, organized, and collaborative team player comfortable in a national firm environment

Take the Next Step:

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Trustpoint has several immediate openings with a busy and collaborative legal services organization in Newark, NJ, in their search for Communications & Intake Coordinators to join their onsite team on a contract-to-possible hire basis. This role provides essential support and communication to clients a fast-paced litigation support environment. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, empathetic, and thrives in a client-facing role. Successful candidates will have previous experience in high-volume communications or intake.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the first point of contact for new clients, providing guidance and updates throughout the litigation process
• Conduct intake calls, gather case details, and enter data into Salesforce
• Handle outbound and inbound calls in a professional and efficient manner
• Assist with pre-litigation investigations, draft correspondence, and review medical and legal documents
• Manage scheduling and calendars, ensuring case files remain accurate and up to date
• Maintain a professional and responsive rapport with clients

Qualifications:

• Prior experience in a call center, legal or professional services environment, preferably in a client-facing capacity
• Experience working with medical records is a plus
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with Salesforce or similar case management software
• Tech-savvy, with the ability to manage confidential information with discretion

Details:

• Contract-to-possible hire role
• Expected start date of 3/30
• Onsite position in Newark, NJ
• Hours: 9am – 6pm, Monday – Friday
• Compensation is expected to be 20-23/hr, commensurate with experience

Trustpoint.One provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.