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About Our Client
Our client is an established law firm in Newark, NJ that focuses primarily on litigation. With a team of 80 attorneys, they are currently aiming to expand their roster to 120 attorneys. The firm specializes in a wide range of practice areas including general and complex litigation, employment law, trust and estates, and insurance recovery. They have a collaborative culture, strong client base, and a robust support structure that allows their partners to grow their client portfolio and work across different practice areas. What sets them apart is their conflict-free approach, as they have never represented an insurance company, which enables them to provide dynamic litigation solutions with the support of knowledgeable associates and paralegals.

Position: Litigation Associate

Locations: Newark, NJ

Job Description

• Take the lead in managing litigation matters for large clients in various industries
• Utilize an existing book of business valued at $800k+ to engage in client work on a case-by-case basis
• Collaborate with experienced associates, paralegals, and support staff to expand your client portfolio
• Focus on providing high-quality, hourly-based client work without contingency cases
• Opportunity to explore and grow within general litigation or niche practice areas beyond insurance defense

• Minimum requirement of $800k in portable book of business with a focus on hourly billing
• Extensive experience in litigation (except insurance defense)
• Ability to work independently with minimal oversight while utilizing firm support
• Strong skills in client relations and business development
• JD with active bar admission in relevant jurisdictions

• Compensation: We offer a competitive compensation structure with monthly payouts. Partners can earn up to 33% on their collections, along with additional bonuses based on billable work and delegations. The base salary range is $264k–$495k, depending on the book of business ($800k–$1.5M+). The salary mentioned in this job description is based on these figures.
• Support & Resources: You will have access to experienced associates and paralegals, a strong marketing team, and opportunities for speaking engagements.
• Growth-Oriented: Our firm is currently in expansion mode, offering excellent growth potential for associates with a book of business who value collaboration and support.
• Culture: We foster an open and non-prescriptive practice environment with low internal competition and a high tenure among attorneys.

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