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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

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Responsibilities:

This position is responsible for Firmwide human resource functions, including resource planning, recruitment, performance evaluations, disciplinary procedures, benefits and employee relations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide managerial and administrative support to the Chief Human Resources Officer in the following areas:
• All human resource functions of the Firm, continuously evaluating current Firm policies & procedures, make recommendations for improvement.
• Firm recruiting, hiring, development and retention programs in compliance with state/federal regulations and recommended employment law practices.
• Determine staffing needs for the Firm; meet and maintain benchmarked staffing ratios and trends. Oversee non-exempt personnel including administrative assistants and other clerical staff to ensure that Firm expectations are being met.
• Oversee employee relations and resolution of employment conflicts.
• Work with Firm personnel to ensure the Firm’s compliance in handling requests for leaves of absence.
• Coordinate with Chief Human Resources Officer and Payroll and Benefits Coordinator regarding all Firm benefit plans, including 401(k)/Profit Sharing Plan.
• Ensure the Firm has updated standard job descriptions for support staff & ensure timely review of job descriptions & position specifications.
• Keep Firm Managing Partners and Chief Human Resources Officer informed of HR matters; assist with any reports and financial analysis as requested. Assist with integration of new attorneys.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned by the Chief Human Resources Officer or Firm Managing Partners.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resource management or related field, or a comparable level of training such as that which may be acquired through additional work experience. Prior law firm experience, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, SPHR or PHR a plus.
• Approximately 4+ years of progressively responsible work experience with legal or other professional service organizations to gain the expertise needed to administer a professional HR system.
• Ability to identify & analyze complex issues, able to recommend and implement solutions to same.
• Interpersonal skills to communicate and maintain effective/professional relationships with partners, attorneys and staff.
• Broad knowledge of law firm services, policies and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail essential.
• Working knowledge of computer software including Microsoft is necessary.

Our client, a boutique personal injury law firm located in Englewood, New Jersey. Our firm, founded in 1992, has achieved extraordinary success by recovering hundreds of millions of dollars for our clients. Our firm is dedicated to the representation of the seriously injured.

Daily Responsibilities/Requirements:

- Paralegal with knowledge and use of MS Word who will be responsible for organizing and maintaining clien tfiels to include:

o Updating the calendar

o Scheduling and coordinating meetings and medical examinations and site inspections

- Office filing

- E-filing (NJ ecourts)

- Client intake

- Manning the phone

- Preparation of letters and legal documents form initial intake through discovery and trial documents

- Requesting and reviewing medical records

- Occasional legal research

- Good organizational skills, attention to detail, self starter

- 5-10 years of experience

can be hybrid after a few months of onsite experience

A well-established regional law firm is seeking a talented attorney to join its Land Use and Environmental practice based in Hackensack, New Jersey.

The firm has a strong reputation in land use law, environmental permitting, and regulatory compliance. The practice advises clients on a wide range of development and regulatory matters, including local subdivision, site plan approvals, zoning, and planning issues, as well as permitting requirements imposed by county, regional, state, multi-state, and federal authorities.

Attorneys in this group regularly work with local planning and zoning boards, county boards, and a variety of state and regional agencies. Matters frequently involve interaction with agencies responsible for environmental protection, land management, and regional planning, as well as federal regulatory bodies involved in environmental oversight and permitting.

The role will involve assisting clients in obtaining permits, approvals, and certifications necessary for development and land use projects. Work may include navigating regulatory frameworks, preparing applications, negotiating permit conditions, and representing clients in administrative proceedings and appeals. The practice also handles complex regulatory matters such as variances related to wastewater discharges, air emissions, transportation of hazardous materials, and the development of waste treatment and disposal facilities.

The group has significant experience assisting clients with projects in specially regulated regional areas and advocating for property owners and developers in matters involving regulatory standards and development approvals.

Legal Assistant – Corporate, Bankruptcy & Transactional Practice

Midsize Law Firm – Hackensack, NJ

Hybrid Schedule

Compensation: Up to $115,000

Overview

Our client, a respected midsize law firm, is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support its growing Corporate, Bankruptcy, and Transactional practice groups. This hybrid position, based in Hackensack, NJ, is ideal for a proactive, detail‑oriented professional who thrives in a fast‑moving legal environment and enjoys working closely with attorneys on sophisticated matters.

The firm offers competitive compensation, a collaborative culture, and the opportunity to support high‑level transactional and bankruptcy matters within a dynamic practice.

Key Responsibilities

Corporate & Transactional Support

• Prepare, edit, and proofread legal documents including agreements, contracts, corporate governance materials, and closing binders.
• Assist with entity formation, corporate filings, and document organization.
• Manage signature packets, track deadlines, and coordinate closing checklists.
• Conduct basic corporate research and retrieve records as needed.

Bankruptcy Support

• Assist with preparation and filing of bankruptcy pleadings across federal and state systems.
• Manage case dockets, track deadlines, and maintain case calendars.
• Coordinate communications with courts, trustees, and clients.
• Handle e‑filing (ECF) and maintain organized digital and physical case files.

Administrative & Attorney Support

• Maintain attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel arrangements.
• Handle time entry, expense reports, billing support, and file management.
• Maintain organized client files and ensure timely updates to internal systems.
• Serve as a key point of contact for clients, providing exceptional professionalism and responsiveness.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of legal assistant experience in a law firm environment required.
• Background supporting corporate, bankruptcy, and transactional practices is essential.
• Strong experience with legal document preparation, proofreading, and formatting.
• Proficiency with ECF filings and familiarity with court procedures.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and multitasking abilities.
• Strong technical skills (MS Office, PDF software, document management systems).
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Reliable, proactive, and able to thrive in a hybrid environment.

Why This Opportunity Is Attractive

• Competitive compensation up to $115,000.
• Hybrid flexibility with a stable, supportive firm culture.
• Exposure to complex corporate and bankruptcy matters.
• Strong collaboration with highly skilled attorneys.
• Opportunity for long‑term growth within a respected midsize firm.

A well-established law firm with a respected practice in Complex Commercial Litigation, Transactional Law, and Government Relations is seeking a Bankruptcy Attorney to join its team in Westchester County, New York.

Responsibilities

• Handle bankruptcy and insolvency matters in federal court
• Represent creditors, debtors, and other parties in bankruptcy proceedings
• Draft pleadings, motions, and other filings in bankruptcy court
• Advise clients on restructuring strategies and insolvency-related issues
• Work on matters involving distressed businesses and financial disputes
• Collaborate with litigation and transactional teams on related matters

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Admission to the New York Bar
• 3+ years of bankruptcy experience preferred
• Experience appearing in U.S. Bankruptcy Court
• Strong legal research, writing, and advocacy skills
• Ability to manage multiple matters and work directly with clients

Compensation

The annual salary for this position is between $150,000 – $200,000. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

National full-service law firm is expanding and seeking an Attorney to join their Medical Malpractice Defense Team. Ideal candidate will have 2-7 years of litigation experience in any of the following areas: Medical Malpractice, General Liability, Healthcare.

This is an excellent opportunity to work with prominent trial attorneys, have autonomy and gain hands-on experience.

Responsibilities:

• Manage assigned cases

• Handle cases from inception to conclusion

• Take and defend depositions

• Make court appearances

• Draft motions, pleadings and respond to discovery

Qualifications:

• 2-7 years of experience

• Licensed to practice and in good standing in New York

• Trial prep experience

Salary 125k-175k + Generous Bonuses + Comprehensive Benefits Package + Hybrid

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National full-service law firm is expanding and seeking an Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney for their growing Westchester, NY office. Ideal candidate will have 2-6 years of experience in either Medical Malpractice, Healthcare and/or General Liability Defense.

Responsibilities:

• Manage assigned cases

• Handle cases from inception to conclusion

• Take and defend depositions

• Make court appearances

• Draft motions, pleadings and respond to discovery

Qualifications:

• 2-6 years of experience

• Licensed to practice and in good standing in New York

• Trial prep experience

Salary 125k-170k + Generous Bonuses + Comprehensive Benefits Package + Hybrid

Please email resume to

Job Title: Staff Attorney – Housing Justice Advocate

Salary: $94,500 – $133,000

Location: Bronx, NY

Schedule: Primarily remote, aside from frequent in-person court appearances and one on-site day per week

My client, a respected Bronx-based nonprofit organization, is seeking a Staff Attorney to join a dedicated legal team protecting New Yorkers from eviction and housing instability.

This is a great opportunity to serve on the front lines of the fight for housing justice, supporting low-income families in one of the most diverse and vibrant communities in New York City.

Only one year of litigation experience required — practice area does not matter.

What You’ll Do

Courtroom Advocacy & Litigation

• Handle a full caseload of full-representation non-payment and holdover proceedings in Bronx Housing Court
• Represent tenants at trial and in contested hearings
• Handle litigation before administrative agencies, including termination hearings and related proceedings
• Judge the merits and spot legal issues in cases assigned by the court, the Department of Social Services, or self-referred clients
• Prepare legal agreements, motions, orders to show cause, stipulations, and related court documents
• Develop legal strategies to secure housing stability and prevent eviction
• Engage in strategic litigation and negotiation to achieve favorable client outcomes

Client Counseling & Community Engagement

• Provide clients with counseling and assistance to ensure maintenance of housing
• Conduct outreach initiatives, including facilitating educational workshops and tenant rights trainings
• Develop and maintain strong communication with other programs and units within the organization to facilitate inter-agency referrals
• Collaborate closely with social workers, advocates, and housing counselors in a holistic, client-centered model

Professional & Administrative Responsibilities

• Maintain current and accurate documentation, progress notes, and data tools (physical and electronic)
• Maintain strict confidentiality
• Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and in-service trainings
• Demonstrate strong time management and prioritization skills
• Interact effectively with departmental staff and multidisciplinary teams
• Perform general clerical duties as needed
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor
• Provide coverage for other practice areas as directed
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Hybrid Flexibility: Primarily remote schedule with meaningful in-person court advocacy and one on-site day weekly.

Mission-Driven Work: Join a nonprofit with a strong reputation for community impact and housing advocacy.

Mentorship & Growth: Early-career attorneys are encouraged to apply. Gain hands-on litigation experience in a fast-paced, supportive environment.

Tangible Impact: See your work directly prevent evictions and stabilize families in need.

Who You Are

• Admitted to practice law in New York, or awaiting admission (recent graduates welcome)
• At least one year of litigation experience (any practice area)
• Familiar with NYC housing law — or eager to learn quickly
• Demonstrated commitment to public interest law and social justice
• Comfortable managing a busy caseload and appearing regularly in court
• Highly organized with strong time management and communication skills
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively
• Spanish language skills are a strong plus

How to Apply: Send your resume to Chelsea Johnson at and take the next step in your legal career with purpose.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.