Newark Midlevel Commercial Disputes Associate

About the role

K&L Gates is seeking to hire a mid-level associate to join the Commercial Disputes practice in our dynamic Newark office. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience with general commercial litigation matters, multi-district litigation, or class actions in state and federal courts. Candidates should have experience independently conducting research, drafting substantive pleadings and motions, and organizing, conducting, and managing the discovery practice, including e-discovery.

Responsibilities

• Independently conduct legal research and prepare substantive pleadings and motions
• Manage and organize the discovery practice, including e-discovery
• Work closely with experienced lawyers to provide active mentoring and assume increasing responsibilities
• Assist in managing cases from inception through trial and post-trial proceedings

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to or eligibility to sit for the New Jersey Bar
• Experience with general commercial litigation matters, multi-district litigation, or class actions in state and federal courts
• Strong academic credentials, excellent communication skills, and exceptional research and writing abilities
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

Qualifications

• Commitment to providing high-quality client service

Skills

• Excellent research and writing abilities
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to manage and organize discovery practices
• Experience with e-discovery

Benefits

• Medical/Prescription Drug Coverage (including a Health Savings Account feature)
• Pre-tax Commuting Benefits
• Dental Insurance
• Business Travel Accident Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement plan
• Health Advocacy Services
• Short- and Long-term Disability Protection
• Identity Protection/Restoration and Fraud Insurance
• Life Insurance (including Basic, Supplemental, Spouse, Child, and Accidental Death and Dismemberment)
• Student loan refinancing options and access to a student loan concierge service
• Paid Time Off (Generally, paid time off is undefined with 3-4 weeks usually acceptable)
• Addiction Resources
• Parental Leave (24 weeks of which 12 are paid; short-term disability may provide additional paid time off)
• Paid Holidays (12)
• Professional Development and CLE Credit Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Bar Expense Reimbursement
• 529 Deductions
• Relocation
• Affordable Care Act (ACA) compliant health insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Pro Bono Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Bereavement Leave
• Hybrid/Remote Work Opportunities
• Back-up Child/Elder Care and access to a caregiving concierge
• Technology, Entertainment, and Travel Discount Program
• Wellness Program

Pay

Base Compensation: $215,000 - $255,000/year

Schedule

Full-time

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Firm is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Firm that employment decisions shall be based on merit, qualifications and competence. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of a person’s race (including traits associated with race, including hair texture and protective hairstyles such as afros, braids, locks, and twists), religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, gender, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, familial status, domestic violence victim status, military and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy governs all aspects of employment including, without limitation, recruiting, hiring, compensation, benefits, promotion, assignment, and dismissal. In addition, it is the Firm’s policy to provide an environment that is free of prohibited harassment of any kind including, without limitation, that which is based on sex, race, age, disability, ethnic background, or any other category protected by law (including the categories listed above). The Firm complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact askHR@klgates.com.