Associate Attorney – Defense Litigation || Cherry Hill, NJ

Direct Hire | Full-Time | Hybrid (50% Remote)

We are representing a highly respected law firm with a national presence, currently seeking a motivated Associate Attorney for their Cherry Hill, NJ office. This opportunity offers the benefits of working with a large, well-established firm that handles high-profile cases, while maintaining the close-knit, collaborative environment of a smaller team. If you're looking for the resources and opportunities of a big firm with the personalized experience of a small firm, this role is the perfect fit for you.

Responsibilities:

• Defense Litigation: Handle cases in various defense litigation areas, including insurance defense, construction law, employment law, product liability, and commercial breach of contract.
• Research & Documentation: Conduct in-depth legal research on complex issues and draft, prepare, and handle legal memoranda, pleadings, motions, orders, and other legal documents.
• Discovery & Motion Practice: Respond to written discovery, prepare and file dispositive motions, and manage case evaluations for clients in a variety of sectors.
• Depositions & Trial Preparation: Prepare and take depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts, manage discovery processes, and assist with trial preparation for cases involving slip and fall, premises liability, and breach of contract matters.
• Court Appearances & Hearings: Appear in court for hearings, motions, and trials as necessary, representing the firm’s clients in complex litigation matters.
• Client Interaction & Mediation: Participate in mediations, arbitrations, and other client-facing activities, maintaining strong, proactive communication with clients, opposing counsel, and internal stakeholders throughout the litigation process.
• Caseload Management: Manage a substantial caseload with minimal supervision, ensuring deadlines are met and all aspects of each case are handled with efficiency and care.

Qualifications:

• 1-6 years of experience in defense litigation (commercial, insurance, employment, construction law)
• Must hold a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited ABA law school
• Must be licensed to practice in New Jersey (PA and NY bar admissions are a plus)
• Strong writing, research, and communication skills
• Proficiency in legal research tools (Westlaw, Lexis, etc.) and MS Office Suite
• Ability to manage discovery, depositions, and draft legal documents independently
• Experience handling cases in federal, state, and appellate courts
• Experience with insurance defense, breach of contract, premises liability, and employment law
• Familiarity with trial preparation, mediation, and arbitration

Details & Benefits:

• Competitive Salary: $110,000 - $160,000, depending on experience, plus discretionary bonus
• Hybrid Work Schedule: 50% remote, 50% in-office
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health coverage, 401k with match, paid time off, and more
• Professional Growth: Opportunity to work on high-profile cases while enjoying a small firm feel
• Billable Hours Expectation: 1,850 annually, with the potential for bonuses
• Collaborative Environment: Enjoy working with a smaller, close-knit team within a larger firm structure

This is an ideal opportunity for an attorney looking to combine the advantages of working with a large firm—such as exposure to complex cases and top-tier resources—with the warmth, support, and close mentorship typically found in smaller, more intimate office environments. If you're looking to grow your legal career in a firm that values both professional development and work-life balance, we encourage you to apply today. Send in your resume and take the next step in your career with a firm that offers both big firm opportunities and a small firm feel.