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The North New Jersey office of a reputable national law firm is seeking to hire a Litigation Defense Associate. The firm offers a hybrid schedule, terrific growth opportunity, and lower billable hours requirement than competitors. The ideal candidate will have:

· At least one year of litigation defense experience

· Strong writing, research, and analytical skills

· Great communication skills

· The ability to develop relationships with clients

· The ability to work collaboratively

· A confident and ambitious personality

· License to practice law in New Jersey

*This position offers a competitive salary in the range of $100,000-$140,000 (depending on experience) with excellent bonuses and full benefits, which include 401k, medical, dental, vision, short/long term disability, and firm provided cell phone.

*If you are interested in this role, please submit your resume (Word version) for consideration. You will be contacted if there is interest.

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Legal Assistant

Margolis Edelstein, a premier insurance defense firm is seeking a Legal Assistant to join our Berkeley Heights, NJ team. We are looking for a self-motivated individual with great organizational skills, effective case management, ability to multitask, strong attention to detail, and a willingness to learn and help wherever needed.

Duties may include assisting with filing various court documents, drafting templates and calendaring. The ideal candidate will have litigation experience, be familiar with e-filing in state/federal courts, calendaring/docketing, and various legal administrative duties.

Responsibilities:

• Collect, examine, and organize legal documents for attorney review and case preparation
• Draft and proofread correspondence and legal documents
• Preparation and submission of pleadings via electronic file systems in both state and federal courts
• Communicate with clients and witnesses to schedule meetings, interviews, and depositions
• Manage, organize, and maintain documents in electronic filing systems
• Provide general administrative assistance

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
• 2-5 years of experience as an administrative assistant (preferably in a law firm or in a corporate legal department), legal assistant, legal secretary, or paralegal
• Detail-oriented and highly organized
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and professional demeanor
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Proficient in Box, SurePoint, and Filevine a plus but not required
• Ability to work independently, manage large workloads, and keep deadlines

For consideration email your resume to

Job Type: Full-time and in-person at our Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922 office.

Benefits:

401(k) and Profit Sharing

AD&D Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Health Insurance

Health Savings Account

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Free parking

At Martindale-Avvo, we're more than just a company – we're a dynamic team driven by a passion for innovation and excellence in the legal industry. As a leading provider of legal marketing solutions, we empower attorneys to put their best firm forward and connect with clients at their point of need. We are forward-thinkers, creatives, and industry experts who are dedicated to revolutionizing the way attorneys navigate the digital landscape. With a rich heritage spanning decades, we've cultivated a culture of collaboration, growth, and continuous learning.

When you join Martindale-Avvo, you become part of a diverse community united by a shared commitment to excellence. We value integrity, accountability, and a relentless pursuit of success. Join us and be part of a team that's shaping the future of legal marketing.

We are seeking a stellar Account Executive to develop our relationships within the legal community. This position will grow our product sales (advertising, websites, and other products) markets and be a major contributor to building our business. Our role will positively impact those seeking a challenging yet rewarding career in sales.

What You’ll Do In This Role:

Our team members will acquire new accounts through high-volume outbound cold-calling, networking and marketing opportunities with attorneys and legal firms. Present and educate Martindale-Avvo advertising solutions and other products to potential clients. Demonstrate the ability to manage negotiations and close transactions while providing information on the client's return on investment. Consistently perform to the highest level by meeting and exceeding new business and revenue goals. Ability to adapt and change within a fluid business environment. Meet and exceed revenue goals.

What to Bring:

• Individuals that are fearless, coach-able, competitive and arrive each day with a positive attitude is a MUST!

• Strong organizational, attention to detail and time management skills are a MUST!

• Leadership experience is highly valued and highly appreciated.

• Experience communicating with prospects or customers is highly valued.

• Experience in a short sale cycle, retail or hospitality management is a plus.

• Salesforce or Customer Relationship Management software experience is a plus.

• Ability to provide professional written and verbal communication.

• Working knowledge of Google Suite and other technical suites is a plus.

Benefits To Help You Balance Your Life:

We want our employees to be healthy, have time to unwind, and pursue their passions. We value your personal time as much as you do.

- Paid vacation and paid holidays.

- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.

- 401(k) plan with a company match.

- Accessible and transparent leadership team.

- Employee recognition program.

- Casual dress attire.

We look forward to receiving your application!

This is a base + commission role with a base of $50k.

Martindale-Avvo is an Internet Brands company.

In addition to our awesome culture, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our benefits include health insurance options such as medical, dental, and vision coverage, flexible spending accounts (FSA) for medical and dependent care, short-term and long-term disability insurance, and life and AD&D insurance. We also provide a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, commuter benefits as well as access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and well-being coaching services. In addition, employees can take advantage of voluntary benefits such as home, auto and pet insurance, and discounted legal and financial services. For more details, feel free to inquire during the interview process.

Internet Brands®, headquartered in El Segundo, Calif, is a fully integrated online media and software services company focused on four high-value vertical categories: Health, Automotive, Legal, and Home/Travel. The company's properties and platforms include the WebMD, Medscape, and Henry Schein ONE networks, which are the global leaders in their markets; Nolo, Avvo, and Martindale, which form the largest consumer information provider in the legal market; and CarsDirect, Fodor's Travel, and many others which are leaders in their key vertical markets. Internet Brands' award-winning consumer websites lead their categories and serve more than 250 million monthly visitors, while a full range of web presence offerings has established deep, long-term relationships with SMB and enterprise clients. The company's powerful, proprietary operating platform provides the flexibility and scalability to fuel the company's continued growth. Internet Brands is a portfolio company of KKR and Warburg Pincus.

Internet Brands and its wholly-owned affiliates are an equal opportunity employer.

Job Title: Estate Planning Attorney

Location: Livingston NJ

Salary: Highly competitive base salary plus client origination bonuses

Type: Full Time / Hybrid

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Estate Planning Attorney licensed to practice in New Jersey. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in estate planning, trust and estate administration, and related legal matters. This role offers exceptional flexibility and the opportunity to balance firm responsibilities with self-origination or a modest book of business, making it perfect for an attorney looking to grow their practice in a supportive environment.

Our client is a well respected law practice, acting for high net worth celebrity clients as well as individual families. They generate a huge amount of Estate Planning matters that are currently being referred out to another law firm. They would like to bring this area in house and therefore seeking the right fit to join the firm ASAP.

Key Responsibilities:

- Draft, review, and finalize estate planning documents including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advance directives

- Provide comprehensive estate and gift tax planning strategies

- Handle trust and estate administration, including probate and fiduciary duties

- Counsel clients on estate, succession, and wealth transfer planning

- Develop and nurture client relationships, including self-origination efforts

- Collaborate with firm colleagues on complex legal matters

- Stay current with evolving estate planning laws and best practices

Qualifications:

- Admission to practice law in New York and New Jersey

- 5+ years of experience in estate planning, trust and estate administration, or related fields

- Proven ability to self-originate or manage a modest book of business (preferred but not mandatory)

- Strong analytical, communication, and client-relations skills

- Ability to work independently with flexibility and initiative

- Commitment to providing exceptional client service

What We Offer:

- Outstanding flexibility in work hours and location

- Supportive team environment

- Opportunities for professional growth and development

- Competitive compensation package

If you are a talented estate planning attorney seeking a flexible role with the potential to grow your practice, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and interest.

Focused on employment and labor law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.'s 1,000+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged and stable and share our clients' goals to emphasize belonging and respect for the contributions of every employee.

The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers "Best Law Firms".

This position will sit in our Berkeley Heights location.

For New Jersey, the expected salary range for this position is between $197,000- $258,000. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Defend and litigate lawsuits involving a broad range of employment-related claims and agency charges of discrimination.
• Advise, counsel, and train employers on various employment and labor law issues.
• Represent employers in court, before administrative agencies, at mediations, and in arbitration in employment matters, including class/collective actions and discrimination, harassment, retaliation, contract, employment tort, and non-compete cases.

Skills and Educational Requirements:

• JD from ABA accredited law school, with excellent academic credentials
• 4+ years of employment or commercial litigation experience
• Employment law background strongly preferred
• Current NJ Bar admission in good standing
• Understanding of current agency (state and federal) procedures
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills
• Commitment to professionalism, collegiality, and teamwork

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.

Family Law Associate Attorney

Location: Livingston, NJ (Onsite)

Salary Range: $130k - $200k Depending on experience

Benefits: Full health benefits, PTO, Origination bonus up to 20%

A highly regarded and long-established New Jersey law firm is seeking a Family Law Attorney (4+ years' experience) to join its dynamic and expanding practice. This is an exceptional opportunity for a driven attorney looking to take ownership of meaningful work, deepen their expertise, and grow within a collaborative, high-performing team.

In this role, you will play a key part in guiding clients through complex and often sensitive family law matters. You'll work alongside seasoned practitioners while also managing your own caseload, gaining hands-on experience across a broad spectrum of issues including divorce, custody, and support. The firm fosters a culture of mentorship, professional development, and autonomy—empowering attorneys to build both their skills and their long-term careers.

This position is ideal for an attorney who values client interaction, thrives on responsibility, and is motivated to deliver exceptional legal service in a supportive and collegial environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of family law matters, including divorce, custody, and support disputes
• Draft and review high-quality motions, pleadings, and legal documents
• Conduct thorough legal research and develop effective case strategies
• Work both independently and collaboratively with senior attorneys on complex matters
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, providing strategic and compassionate counsel throughout the litigation process

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in family law
• Admission to the New Jersey Bar (required)
• Judicial clerkship experience in family law is a plus
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical capabilities
• Proven ability to manage multiple matters while contributing to a team-oriented environment

Compensation

• Competitive salary range: $130,000 – $200,000, commensurate with experience and credentials
• Origination bonus of 20%

Benefits

The firm offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:

• Discretionary performance-based bonuses
• Medical, life, accident, and disability insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• 401(k) retirement plan

Why Join This Firm?

This is more than just a role—it's an opportunity to build a rewarding career with a firm that prioritises professional growth, meaningful work, and a supportive team culture. Attorneys here benefit from early responsibility, direct client engagement, and a clear path for advancement within a respected family law practice.

The staff counsel office of Plymouth Rock Management Company of New Jersey located in Woodbridge; NJ seeks a full-time attorney with an insurance defense background to handle New Jersey and New York Personal Injury Protection (PIP) litigation. The attorney would be responsible for handing a mix of New Jersey PIP cases filed in Forthright and New Jersey Superior Court and New York PIP cases filed in AAA. The position would require the Attorney to analyze arbitration demands or lawsuits, prepare submissions and pleadings, conduct depositions and Examinations Under Oath and attend arbitrations, conferences, motions, and trials. The candidate must be organized, a team player, and able to handle a high volume of files, virtual appearances and in person appearances.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Handle all aspects of a high volume pending of 350 or more cases.
• Conduct depositions and Examinations Under Oath.
• Attend court conferences, arbitrations, motions and trials.
• Prepare PIP arbitration submissions and upload same to Forthright or AAA.
• Input and maintain information into case management system and ensure data integrity.
• Provides legal research, legal advice and direction to Claims on cases of significant exposure and complexity.
• Handle special projects as the need arises.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Possesses at least five years relevant PIP experience.
• Fully licensed to practice law in New Jersey.
• New York Bar Admission a plus but not required.
• Possesses an ability to analyze complex litigation assignments referred from Claims and prepare litigation action plans that address legal issues and defenses.
• Possesses excellent knowledge of NJ Rules of Evidence and Civil Procedure, as well as, NJ and NY No-Fault Arbitration rules.
• Possesses excellent knowledge of all aspects of Insurance Law, such as coverage questions, UM and UIM Coverage, No-Fault, etc.
• Possesses an aptitude to work independently in making decisions, in file handling and communicating those decisions to the proper parties.
• Must be able to work in a paperless environment.
• Possesses strong computer skills with working knowledge of MS Word and Outlook.

SALARY RANGE

The pay range for this position is $117,000 to $157,000 annually. Actual compensation will vary based on multiple factors, including employee knowledge and experience, role scope, business needs, geographical location, and internal equity.

PERKS & BENEFITS

• 4 weeks accrued paid time off + 8 paid national holidays per year, and 2 floating holidays
• Low cost and excellent coverage health insurance options that start on Day 1 (medical, dental, vision)
• Annual 401(k) Employer Contribution
• Resources to promote Professional Development (LinkedIn Learning and licensure assistance)
• Robust health and wellness program and fitness reimbursements
• Various Paid Family leave options including Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement

ABOUT THE COMPANY

The Plymouth Rock Company and its affiliated group of companies write and manage over $2 billion in personal and commercial auto and homeowner's insurance throughout the Northeast and mid-Atlantic, where we have built an unparalleled reputation for service. We continuously invest in technology, our employees thrive in our empowering environment, and our customers are among the most loyal in the industry. The Plymouth Rock group of companies employs more than 1,900 people and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. Plymouth Rock Assurance Corporation holds an A.M. Best rating of "A-/Excellent".

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Sills Cummis & Gross P.C. is a full-service corporate law firm with offices in New Jersey, New York and Florida. At Sills Cummis & Gross, our goal is to make sure you are exposed to high-profile cases and receive the necessary tools to exceed client expectations. Our attorneys are innovative, creative, and collaborative; giving you the platform to flourish in an environment where your ideas matter. When you join our group of attorneys, you will work alongside some of the best professionals in their field of practice who will mentor you and help develop your skills. The firm not only makes a commitment to our clients, we also make a commitment to our attorneys. If you are ready to join an engaging, inclusive firm where you will have the ability to shape your future, view our open positions and apply.

Sills Cummis & Gross litigators represent multinational corporations, financial institutions and government bodies, often in complex and important matters. Our attorneys are active in pre-trial, trial and appellate matters in federal and state courts, as well as administrative litigation, grand jury investigations and arbitrations. Sills Cummis & Gross was named "New Jersey Firm of the Year" 2026 by Benchmark Litigation*. This is the tenth consecutive year Sills Cummis & Gross received this honor. In addition to being named "New Jersey Firm of the Year" by Benchmark Litigation* since 2017, Sills Cummis & Gross was named "General Litigation Department of the Year – Midsize" by the New Jersey Law Journal* in 2023, 2020, 2019 and 2016. The Department is also ranked by Chambers USA: America's Leading Lawyers for Business* in New Jersey. *See Award Methodology. No aspect of this advertisement has been approved by the Supreme Court of New Jersey.

Sills Cummis & Gross is seeking a mid-level associate attorney to join our Construction and Energy Practice Group in our New Jersey office. The ideal candidate will have 5–7 years of experience in construction law and litigation, be admitted in both New Jersey and New York, and be comfortable handling matters in both jurisdictions. This position offers an excellent opportunity to work with sophisticated clients on a wide range of construction-related disputes and contract matters within a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.

Sills Cummis & Gross is an equal opportunity employer.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent developers, general contractors, subcontractors, and design professionals in construction and commercial litigation in both New Jersey and New York.

• Manage all phases of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation.

• Defend and prosecute claims involving breach of contract, construction defects, delay, payment disputes, fraud, and related statutory issues.

• Draft, review, and negotiate construction contracts, including AIA forms and custom project agreements.

• Advise clients on contract administration, risk management, and dispute avoidance strategies.

• Work collaboratively with partners and colleagues while managing independent responsibilities and direct client contact.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.

• Admission to practice law in both New Jersey and New York (required).

• 5–7 years of experience focused on construction litigation and construction contract matters.

• Experience with AIA contract forms and related construction agreements.

• Excellent writing, research, and analytical skills.

• Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines across jurisdictions.

• Strong communication skills and a client-service mindset.

Salary and Benefits

Salary Range: $225,000 – $240,000 annually. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, and qualifications.

Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) retirement plan with firm contributions, paid time off, and other firm-sponsored benefits and perks.

Sherman Atlas provides the highest caliber legal expertise to its clients and a collaborative team-oriented environment for its attorneys.  Sherman Atlas believes that a good work/life balance enables it to provide excellent legal service over the long-term.  We have built a modern firm based on the belief that a healthy life outside the office supports a positive and rewarding legal career and forms the foundation of a lasting firm culture with committed attorneys. We have been consistently ranked as one of the Best Places to Work in New Jersey and intend to continue to support our clients and our attorneys as a family.

The Firm is seeking a highly skilled, knowledgeable and motivated estate planning paralegal to join the Trusts & Estates Practice Group in providing drafting and preparation of estate planning documents in connection with the firm’s substantial practice. Responsibilities include drafting of documents including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, health care proxies/living wills

Qualifications and Requirements

• A minimum of three years of experience as an estate planning paralegal.

• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

·        Outstanding organizational and time management skills. Delivers excellent work product with close attention to detail.

·        Exhibits superior writing and grammar skills to deliver high-quality drafting work with precision in a fast-paced environment

·        Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office software (Word, Outlook, Excel), and other law office software used by the Trust & Estates Paralegals. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

·        Ability to work effectively within a team environment and to work proactively.

·        Ability to coordinate multiple tasks concurrently.

Florham Park, NJ

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.