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Junior Attorney – Civil Litigation
Advanced Recovery Group
ARG is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Attorney specializing in Civil Litigation to join our dynamic legal team. In this role, you will assist a senior attorney in managing a diverse caseload, conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, and supporting litigation processes across various practice areas. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate legal professional eager to develop their expertise in civil law while contributing to impactful cases. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong research and writing skills, a proactive attitude, and a commitment to delivering exceptional legal support.
Please do not apply unless you meet the required qualifications for this position.
Responsibilities
- Assist with handling civil litigation matters from pre-suit through post-judgment enforcement
- Draft and review pleadings, motions, affidavits, stipulations, and legal correspondence
- Prepare and file Summons & Complaints, motions, judgments, restraining notices, subpoenas, and enforcement-related documents
- Conduct legal research and analyze case law, statutes, and procedural rules
- Assist with settlement negotiations and payment arrangements
- Communicate with clients, defendants, courts, and outside counsel professionally and effectively
- Manage case deadlines and maintain accurate litigation tracking
- Attend court appearances, hearings, conferences, and proceedings as required
- Review contracts, funding agreements, guarantees, and supporting documentation
- Assist with post-judgment enforcement efforts including garnishments, executions, bank restraints, and domestication matters
- Work collaboratively with internal collections, legal, and operations teams
- Maintain organized electronic case files and detailed file notes
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
- Must be actively licensed to practice law in New York
- New Jersey admission is a plus
- 1–3 years of civil litigation experience preferred
- Strong legal writing and analytical skills
- Excellent organizational and time-management abilities
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, legal research tools, and case management systems
- Familiarity with commercial litigation, collections litigation, or creditor’s rights is a plus
Preferred Experience
- Civil litigation
- Commercial collections
- Motion practice
- Court filings and e-filing systems
- Settlement negotiations
- Post-judgment enforcement
- Contract review and analysis
Location: Fairfield, NJ
Position Type: Full-Time, In-Office
Compensation: $80,000 – $120,000 annually Quarterly Bonuses
Pay: $80,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have any experience with commercial collections and post-judgment enforcement?
- Do you have experience drafting pleadings, motions, and court filings?
- Have you personally prepared and/or handled high-level legal filings or motions?
Education:
- Doctorate (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $80,000 - $120,000