Associate Attorney

About the role

The Paramus, New Jersey office of Hall Booth Smith, P.C. (HBS) is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its expanding New York and New Jersey General Liability practice groups. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing team, work alongside experienced litigators, contribute to case strategy and development, and build strong relationships with firm clients.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside experienced litigators
• Contribute to case strategy and development
• Build strong relationships with firm clients

Qualifications

• 1–5 years of civil litigation experience
• Prior experience in insurance defense preferred
• Admission to the New York and New Jersey Bars in good standing
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to contribute to litigation strategy, manage case responsibilities, and work collaboratively with attorneys and clients

Compensation

Salary ranges from $120,000 to $150,000, commensurate with experience, plus a comprehensive benefits package.

About Hall Booth Smith

HBS is a full-service law firm headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Established in 1989, HBS attorneys pride themselves on providing knowledgeable, proactive, client-specific counsel to individuals, domestic and international corporations, state and federal agencies, and nonprofit organizations. The firm’s promise: “Serving to Achieve Excellence.”

Diversity & Inclusion

HBS is committed to cultivating an environment of inclusion, which we believe contributes to the overall success of all individuals. We are committed to a cohesive and productive work environment in which our different cultures, backgrounds, ethnicities, and perspectives are communicated, understood, and embraced to enrich our employees and best serve our clients.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Firm is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit to ensure the best fit in every position. The Firm is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit to ensure the best fit in every position. HBS prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, gender, gender identification, religion, religious belief or affiliation, marital status, same-sex partner status, family status, veteran status, age, genetic information, national origin or ancestry, social origin or condition, ethnic origin, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including, but not limited to genetic characteristics or HIV/AIDS status), pregnancy, sexual orientation, political belief or affiliation, being a victim of domestic violence, being a victim (or subject of) sexual aggression and/or stalking or being perceived as such, reproductive health choices, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, commonwealth or local laws (Protected Characteristics).

Benefits

HBS offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage along with retirement savings plans and disability insurance options. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program to aid with work-life balance and related concerns as well as flexible time off plans encompassing accrued Paid Time Off (PTO), paid parental leave, paid holidays, and multiple other options to help work with employee schedules as needed.