Professional Liability Associate

Responsibilities

• Independently manage all phases of professional liability litigation from inception through resolution
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests and responses, and other litigation-related filings
• Conduct and defend depositions
• Attend and advocate at court appearances, mediations, arbitrations, settlement conferences, and other proceedings
• Develop and execute litigation strategies while maintaining strong client relationships
• Handle matters involving professional negligence, malpractice, errors and omissions claims, and other complex liability disputes
• Manage discovery, motion practice, expert witness coordination, and case deadlines in both state and federal courts
• Collaborate with partners and clients to provide strategic guidance and achieve favorable outcomes

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of litigation experience
• Admission to practice in New Jersey required; New York admission is a plus
• Experience handling matters in state and federal court
• Demonstrated experience drafting and arguing motions, conducting depositions, and representing clients in mediations and arbitrations
• Strong courtroom presence and advocacy skills
• Excellent legal writing, analytical, negotiation, and communication abilities
• Ability to independently manage an active caseload and prioritize competing deadlines
• Experience in professional liability, legal malpractice, insurance defense, or complex commercial litigation is preferred