Commercial Litigation Associate

About the company

Our client is a law firm.

The role

Raydar is recruiting for this role on behalf of our client. Handle commercial litigation matters with a focus on construction disputes, working independently while collaborating closely with partners and fellow associates. The role covers legal research, written advocacy and case strategy within a hybrid, team-oriented practice.

What you'll do

- Manage construction litigation matters from start to finish with limited supervision.

- Conduct legal research and draft briefs and other court filings.

- Develop case strategy for construction disputes.

- Work with partners and associates across the commercial litigation practice.

- Carry a caseload in line with an annual billable hours expectation of approximately 1,900.

- Work in the office 3 days per week and remotely the rest of the week.

Requirements

What we're looking for

- 4 to 8 years of post-JD experience with a genuine concentration in construction litigation, not just general commercial litigation.

- JD from an accredited law school with a strong academic record; a transcript is required at submission.

- Admission to the New Jersey bar, or the ability to waive in within 3 to 6 months.

- A stable employment history without a pattern of short tenures.

- Ability to commute to the office 3 days per week and a willingness to work in person with the team.

- Authorization to work in the United States.

Bonus points

- Prior judicial clerkship, especially in a state trial court.

- Background mixing product liability or insurance work with construction matters.

- New York or Pennsylvania bar admission.

Benefits

Compensation and benefits

- Base salary: USD 154,000 to 195,000 per year

Location and work model

- Madison, NJ, United States

- Hybrid, 3 days per week in office

- Full-time