What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Defense Attorney position at Career Pathway LLC?
Currently seeking a Litigation Defense Attorney with 7 years of trial experience. The position provides a flexible schedule and the opportunity to work both independently and as part of our strong litigation team.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
- Handle all aspects of insurance defense matters (auto, general liability, construction, products liability and property damage matters) up to and through trial, including discovery, court appearances, depositions/examinations under oath, expert issues, and client management
- Communicate with clients, experts, witnesses to prepare for and complete trial testimony
- Drafting pleadings, briefs, motions, discovery, required client reports
- Render opinions on liability, damages and case value
- Appear before courts and arbitrators/mediators
- JD from an accredited law school
- Admitted to NJ Bar
- Must have completed at least five (5) civil trials
- 7 years previous experience in litigation with trial experience
- Experience with insurance defense, general liability and construction litigation
- Ability to integrate into a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Exceptional writing and communication skills
- Computer proficiency
- Ability to maintain/enter billable time
- Ability to prioritize assignments and case load with trial schedule
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Trial: 7 years (Required)
- Defense litigation: 7 years (Required)
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
