Associate Attorney boutique law office
Law Office of Lawrence M. Centanni, P.C. · Elizabeth, NJ · 1 mo ago
On-siteLegal$85k/yrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Handle commercial and residential landlord-tenant matters from inception through resolution.
- Represent clients in court appearances, hearings, oral arguments, settlement conferences, and trials.
- Draft pleadings, motions, discovery demands and responses, legal memoranda as needed.
- Conduct legal research and develop litigation strategies.
- Handle commercial litigation involving leases, real estate disputes, contract claims, and other real estate-related matters.
- Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and third parties.
- Manage an active caseload independently while collaborating with attorneys and support staff.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
- Admission to practice law in New Jersey.
- 2–5 years of experience.
- Excellent legal research, writing, advocacy, and negotiation skills.
- Strong organizational and case management abilities.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced litigation environment.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary starting at $85,000, with compensation increasing based on experience, qualifications, and demonstrated skills.
- Comprehensive health insurance benefits.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Immediate courtroom experience and significant client contact.
- Professional development and long-term growth opportunities.
- Collaborative, collegial, and supportive work environment.