Legal Jobs in North Arlington New Jersey

Prominent national firm seeks a Litigation Associate Attorney for their expanding federal Workers' Compensation Defense practice. You will assist with litigating complex cases under the Defense Base Act (DBA). Prior Workers' Compensation or DBA experience is NOT required.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative team that offers growth and a flexible work culture with fully remote/hybrid options. This role can be based in any of their NY Metro offices: NYC, Long Island or Westchester. Fully remote option is available.

Ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of litigation experience, Civil or Criminal, either Plaintiffs' or Defense side and have prior experience in one or more of the following: Trial prep, court appearances, discovery, analyzing medical records, taken or assisted with depositions.

Responsibilities:

• File review and legal analysis of workers' compensation claims
• Regularly represent clients at depositions and hearings
• Manage cases from start to finish

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from an accredited law school
• Admitted to practice in any U.S. State
• 2-4 years' experience
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Base salary up to 140k (DOE) + Generous Bonus + Comprehensive Benefits Package + Fully Remote/Hybrid

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Our client, a well-regarded regional defense litigation firm is seeking a General Liability Associate to join their Philadelphia area team.

The ideal candidate will have 4 to 7 years of general liability defense experience (auto, premises liability, etc.). This is a partnership track position.

During training, this position is hybrid remote (2 days on site per week). After training, there is potential for the position to be primarily or fully remote.

Candidates should be admitted to practice in NJ. PA admission is preferred but not required.

Competitive base salary 120k to 150k, bonus, matching 401k and benefits.

LHH Recruitment Solutions is working directly with the Chairs of a Vault 50 law firm who are seeking mid to senior commercial real estate talent. Details below:

• The group practices nationally focusing on all aspects of real estate transactions, including joint ventures, acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, as well as loan originations, loan restructurings and secondary market transactions.
• Asset types include office, retail, hospitality, multi-family, industrial and mixed-use properties.
• The group is close knit, practices on the same floor, and every attorney is teamed with a partner mentor.
• The chairs of the group are planning for succession with a tremendous opportunity for the inheritance of a book of business.If you are hungry to become a partner, the platform is here.
• But if in-house is or becomes your goal, the group has a history of and will provide career counseling to support your bridge to an in-house role.
• Cravath compensation with step up as elevation occurs.
• Hybrid arrangement.
• The group is open to tailoring the title for the right candidate.
• Current AmLaw experience as a real estate attorney is a must.

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A midsize law firm is seeking a Trusts & Estates Associate to join its established practice. This opportunity is available as temp-to-perm (ideal), temp only, or direct-hire perm for a highly experienced candidate.

About the Role:

The attorney will handle estate planning and administration matters with significant client contact and responsibility. We are looking for a self-starter who can balance leadership with collaboration while delivering superior client service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft estate planning documents and implement wealth transfer strategies
• Asset protection planning and probate administration
• Prepare estate and gift tax returns
• Advise clients on estate planning and administration issues

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school (LL.M. in Estate Planning or Tax a plus)
• Admission to the Bar (or ability to waive in)
• Experience in trusts & estates law; tax experience highly valued
• Strong organizational and client communication skills
• Collegial, team-oriented mindset with the ability to take initiative

Job Type: Temp-to-Perm (ideal), Temp, or Direct-Hire Perm (for senior candidates)

LHH Recruitment Solutions is working with an AmLaw NYC firm that is seeking Private Client talent for its Chambers Ranked practice. Details below:

· You will counsel ultra-high-net-worth individuals, families, and their entities on all aspects of trusts & estates planning and wealth transfer strategies, serving as a trusted advisor on sensitive family wealth matters –

o Drafting and implementing robust estate plans tailored to each client's financial and personal objectives;

o Developing strategies to minimize estate, gift, and generation-skipping transfer taxes to protect and preserve client wealth;

o Assisting fiduciaries with administering estates and trusts – providing guidance through probate proceedings, preparing required filings and advising on the efficient distribution of assets; and

o Working closely with clients' broader advisory team (financial planners, accountants) and alongside the firm's tax and corporate attorneys to address complex ownership structures, business succession plans, and cross-disciplinary issues that arise in high-value estates.

· With an immersive 360-degree experience, this position is great steppingstone to in-house, if that is one of your career goals.

· This firm is renowned for its friendly, collaborative culture and strong commitment to attorney development and retention. They prioritize long-term sustainability over short-term burnout – with a soft target of ~1850 hours/year (you can bill 1600 and be in good standing, for instance).

· Elevation typically occurs in the 10th year of practice.

· Cravath-scale salary.

· Hybrid work setup (in-office 3 days a week – Tuesdays, Thursdays, and one flex day of your choice).

*Current experience as a trust & estate associate at an AmLaw firm is required*

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LHH is assisting a sophisticated law firm in NYC in its search for a Trademark Associate. An ideal candidate for this position will have at least 3-5 years of experience with U.S. trademark clearance, counseling, and prosecution. Copyright prosecution experience is a plus but not required. The firm offers competitive salaries, good work/life balance and a hybrid work schedule.

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of trademark clearance, prosecution and counseling experience

• JD from an accredited law school

• Admitted to the NY bar

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Our client, a Prestigious, Boutique Litigation Firm, is seeking an Attorney to join their NYC or North-Central NJ office.

This position will be hybrid.

Candidates should have 1+ years of insurance defense experience.

Competitive base salary ($120k - $170k+ DOE), bonus, matching 401k and benefits. Must have the NY Bar or NJ Bar. No billable hour requirement! Nice work environment.

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Haworth Barber & Gerstman is a growing Insurance Defense Litigation trial practice. Our team resides in New York and New Jersey and work on a wide variety of matters involving trucking, general liability, construction, product liability and more. We are seeking paralegals with 2+ years of Litigation experience for both our New York, New York and Hackensack, New Jersey offices.

Haworth Barber & Gerstman is looking for energetic and creative team members. We have an open-door policy and are looking for staff that want more from their career. Job offer includes: Annual base salary, full range of benefits and the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule with 2-3 days in-office.

Requirements:

• 2+ years handling litigation type matters.
• Self-motivated organizational and time management skills.
• A willingness to be responsive to attorneys when they call or email.
• A willingness to master your deadlines.
• A willingness to better our industry and your work environment.
• The ability to review and maintain files through trial.
• The ability to draft, obtain and follow-up on discovery including all medical records.
• The ability to draft, review and assemble motions.
• Must be technologically confident, comfortable using case management systems and effectively utilize available technology.
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to coordinate attorney calendars.
• Ability to effectively communicate with colleagues and adversaries.

We offer a full range of Benefits. For more information visit our website at Barber and Gerstman, LLC is a boutique trial and litigation law firm. HBG services national and international manufacturers, retailers, the telecom industry, insurance carriers and third-party administrators at both the primary and excess levels.

Salary:

$70,000-$80,000

We represent a mission driven AI exploration company looking to hire a Corporate attorney with 8+ years of experience to support the head of tax on tax restructurings. Experience with "STEP" plans is required. We are looking for someone with strong drafting skills who has experience with tax aspects of acquisitions, dealing directly with Boards on the tax Board Resolutions, contribution agreements, supporting treasury, etc. Candidate must have strong corporate governance.

Ideal candidate will have major law firm experience AND sophisticated in-House legal experience with a complex Corporation with many domestic and international subsidiaries.

This is a fully remote opportunity with a preference for someone on the East Coast but open to all US locations.

Responsibilities

• Additional experience with Corporate Governance/Board Resolutions is a plus.
• Attorney needs to know how to get approval for tax restructuring.
• Someone who understands tax restructuring as part of a corporate transaction.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of law firm and in-house legal experience.

Lateral Link is assisting a top boutique Chambers ranked law firm with a new *unposted* search for a Complex Litigation Associate to add to the firm's NY office.

The ideal candidate will be a 2022 JD year with litigation experience, either from a large law firm or the DOJ, with excellent academic credentials.

The opportunity provides:

• High-end clients of varying sizes across all industries involved in news-worthy matters
• Leanly staffed matters providing excellent substantive experience for associates compared to most larger firms
• True runway for growth and partnership
• Excellent mentorship and support not only for work generally but also in networking and business development
• Top of the market compensation

This is an opportunity to work on sophisticated matters, gaining substantive experience with an above average runway for growth - all without sacrificing compensation.

The group is in the early stages of reviewing candidates.

If you are interested and qualified, please submit your resume here or email me

We are working with an AmLaw100 firm looking to add a transactional tax attorney to their prestigious roster. This role is ideal for a transactional attorney who has tax expertise.

• 4+ years of tax experience at a law firm or an accounting firm
• Should be comfortable with deal work related to mergers and acquisitions, private equity funds, financial products, and restructurings
• Excellent opportunity for client-facing work
• 1950 billable hours for bonus
• Market compensation

If this role sounds interesting to you, let's connect. You can reach me at or 2

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Job Title: Intellectual Property Paralegal

Location (city, state): New York, NY (Hybrid 3/2)

Industry: Legal / Intellectual Property

Pay: $125,000-150,000/yr

Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, profit sharing, vacation/sick/personal time off

About Our Client:

Addison Group is partnering with a leading law firm seeking a skilled Intellectual Property Paralegal for their New York office. The firm handles a broad spectrum of IP matters and represents clients in complex litigation and transactional matters.

Job Description:

This role is ideal for a proactive paralegal who enjoys supporting attorneys in all phases of IP litigation. The successful candidate will manage case files, assist with discovery and filings, and help prepare for hearings, depositions, and trials while keeping all deadlines on track.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and coordinate IP litigation matters across multiple courts, including U.S. District Courts, the Federal Circuit, and other relevant forums.
• Draft and file IP pleadings, motions, and correspondence; handle electronic filings through federal and state systems.
• Maintain accurate case calendars, monitor court-mandated deadlines, and ensure all litigation activities stay on schedule.
• Organize case files, document productions, and discovery materials using document management and e-discovery platforms.
• Utilize tools such as iManage, Relativity, and other litigation support software to support attorneys.
• Prepare trial materials, including exhibits, witness lists, and trial binders; assist with deposition and hearing preparation.
• Provide administrative and logistical support, including scheduling, correspondence management, and coordination with internal teams.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree preferred; 5–7+ years of IP paralegal experience in a law firm.
• Strong understanding of IP law, litigation procedures, and USPTO processes.
• Experience with electronic filing systems, docket management, and case tracking.
• Skilled in using document management and e-discovery tools, including iManage and Relativity.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Flexible and able to meet deadlines, including occasional overtime; limited travel may be required.

Additional Details:

• Full-time hybrid position (3 days in-office, 2 days remote) in New York City.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile IP litigation matters and transactional projects.

Perks:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Collaborative, dynamic, and professional work environment
• Opportunities for career growth and skill development

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

Our client, a well-regarded regional defense firm, is seeking a General Liability Counsel to join their Westchester, NY team. The ideal candidate will have 10+ of general liability or insurance defense related litigation experience.

Competitive base salary 150k to 175k+, bonus and benefits.

This is a hybrid remote position, 2/3 days in office, 2/3 days remote per week.

Candidates must be admitted to practice in NY.

Resumes may be sent to

Our client, a well-regarded regional defense litigation firm, is seeking an attorney to join their Northern NJ team. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of general liability or related experience.

This position is hybrid remote and partnership track position.

Candidates should be admitted to practice in NJ and NY.

Competitive base salary 130k to 170k, bonus and benefits.

Resumes may be sent to for review.

Prominent national law firm is expanding and seeking a Litigation Attorney to join their growing Red Bank, New Jersey office. Option to work fully remote or hybrid.

Ideal candidate will have 3-10+ years of experience in ANY of these practice areas: General Liability, Construction Defect, NY Labor Law, Transportation, Coverage, Premises Liability, Catastrophic Personal Injury, Habitability, Tort, Professional Liability, Municipal, Medical Malpractice, Auto, Product Liability, Civil Litigation.

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:

• 3-10+ years of litigation experience

• Licensed to practice and in good standing in NY.

• Trial and or trial prep experience

Base salary up to 210k + Bonuses + Comprehensive Benefits Package+ Fully Remote or Hybrid

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Well-regarded regional defense litigation firm is seeking a medical malpractice attorney to join their Bridgewater area NJ team. The ideal candidate will have 3 to 5+ years of medical malpractice or civil defense litigation experience.

This position is hybrid remote, 2 days remote, 3 days in office per week. This is a partnership track position.

Candidates must be admitted to practice in NJ.

Competitive base salary 120k to 150k+, bonus and benefits.

Resumes may be sent to for review.

DarrowEverett LLP is looking for a Mergers & Acquisitions Corporate Associate Attorney with immediate availability. The candidate must have excellent communication and administrative skills, should be a highly skilled writer, highly organized and detail-oriented, be able to multitask without sacrificing efficiency, be responsible, and be able to represent the firm, always, in ways that enhance its reputation.

Role & Responsibilities

• 2-5 years of continuous, specific, and verifiable Mergers & Acquisitions experience.
• Experience in joint ventures and capital raises with a preference if such experience is within the commercial real estate industry.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating merger agreements, stock purchase agreements, asset purchase agreements, letters of intent and related agreements.
• Ensuring all appropriate internal stakeholders and functional partners are engaged in reviewing and mitigating transaction risks, and that all transactions are executed in accordance with all applicable procedures and policies.
• Providing regular reports on deal status - including regulatory approvals, key issues, and external legal expense.
• Ability to advise emerging and growth companies with corporate formations, corporate governance matters, capital raising and restructurings.
• Aid sellers, management teams, and buyers in mergers and acquisitions and complex transactions by drafting transaction documents, communicating with interested parties, and coordinating organized closings.
• Conducting due diligence reviews.
• Review, revise, and negotiate multiple commercial contracts.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and J.D. Degree.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of the laws and rules, as well as state and federal court procedures, forms, deadlines, filing requirements and portals.
• Ability to organize factual and legal data into clear and logical arguments.
• Ability to handle sensitive matters on a confidential basis.
• Licensed to practice and in good standing in the state of Rhode Island is a must.
• Must be in the Providence, RI area or willing to commute to Providence office.
• A high degree of initiative, mature judgment, and discretion.
• Organization and time management skills.

OVERVIEW OF THE POSITION

Maxwell Brooks is working with a sophisticated Construction Law group of a Manhattan law firm that is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its dynamic team.

This role will provide immediate hands-on experience with complex construction law disputes in state and federal courts with exposure to construction transactions. This is a unique opportunity to be mentored by distinguished Construction Law attorneys who are genuinely dedicated to the Associate's professional growth. Both the team and law firm are truly collegial and supportive and respectful of your personal time. Competitive compensation with great benefits, as well!

QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate will have 2 to 8 years of commercial construction litigation (not NY Labor Law) experience handling matters such as mechanic's liens, delay and breach of contract claims, among others. Experience with construction agreements is a plus. Strong research and writing skills are highly preferred. Must be admitted to practice in New York.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit your resume for immediate and confidential consideration.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

Well-regarded regional defense litigation firm is seeking a general liability attorney to join their Cherry Hill, NJ team. The ideal candidate will have 1 to 30+ years of general liability or insurance defense experience.

In this position, the attorney will manage their own case files. Trial experience is welcome but not required.

This position is hybrid remote, 2 days remote, 3 days in office per week. This is a partnership track position.

Competitive base salary 95k to 175k+, bonus and benefits.

Our client, a prominent general practice law firm, is seeking a Professional Liability Partner to join their Long Island team. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of professional liability defense experience. Legal malpractice defense is preferred but not required. This position will include representation of various industries.

This position can be hybrid remote. Portables are welcome but not required.

Competitive base salary 175k to 250k+, bonus and benefits.

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