Professional Liability Associate Attorney

Kaufman Dolowich, a full-service national law firm with more than 250 attorneys across 16 offices and over 25 practice areas, seeks an attorney for its Hackensack, New Jersey litigation practice.

About the role

The ideal candidate will independently manage sophisticated employment matters through all phases of litigation, leveraging strong research, writing, and advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a litigation caseload from inception through resolution
• Take and defend depositions
• Draft and respond to written discovery
• Prepare substantive and discovery-related motions
• Participate in court appearances, oral arguments, mediations, settlement conferences, and other litigation proceedings
• Handle employment litigation matters, including workplace disputes, administrative proceedings, and employment-related claims
• Represent professionals, businesses, and insurers in professional liability matters
• Communicate directly with clients and provide strategic guidance and regular case updates
• Collaborate closely with attorneys across offices and practice groups on complex litigation matters

Requirements

• Admission to practice in New Jersey required
• Minimum of 3 years of litigation experience
• Experience in professional liability, employment litigation, insurance defense, or other complex civil litigation preferred
• Strong writing, research, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced litigation environment
• Strong organizational, case management, and interpersonal skills

Preferred Experience

• Professional liability defense litigation
• Employment litigation and counseling
• Administrative proceedings before state and federal agencies
• Handling depositions, motion practice, mediations, and court appearances
• Working directly with clients, insurers, and business professionals

Benefits

• Unlimited PTO for attorneys
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• Robust discretionary and billable-based bonus opportunities
• Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture with strong mentorship and support
• Significant opportunities for professional growth, client development, and advancement
• Meaningful client contact and hands-on litigation experience

Pay

Base salary range: $130,000–$170,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on market location, experience, skills, and qualifications. Base salary is one component of the firm’s Total Rewards package, which also includes a discretionary and billable hours-based bonus program.