Associate Attorney

Explore dynamic opportunities with Callahan & Fusco, LLC., a rapidly growing regional law firm leading the legal landscape. We specialize in diverse practice areas, including trucking and transportation, general insurance defense litigation, product liability, construction/construction defect, and premises liability, serving high-profile clients in nationally recognized cases.

Founded in 2001, our roots trace back to a small husband wife partnership that has evolved into a mid-sized regional powerhouse with offices along the East Coast. Join us in maintaining large firm capabilities with small firm flexibility, fostering long-term client relationships. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are proud of our diverse and dynamic workplace.

At Callahan & Fusco, trust is the foundation of our client relationships and internal collaboration. We rely on our attorneys to uphold the highest ethical standards and foster confidence through consistent, reliable representation. We believe in accountability at every level — from taking ownership of complex cases to mentoring team members and delivering on commitments to our clients. And we strive for excellence in every aspect of our work, from litigation strategy to client service, ensuring that our team remains leaders in the legal industry.

Our firm continues to experience rapid organic growth, and we seek to add an Associate Attorney. As an Associate Attorney, you will bring at least 3 years of experience to our team, focusing on trucking transportation, or general insurance defense. This is a hybrid position - three days in-office and two days working from home - in our new West Orange, NJ office, and offers competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and a 401k package.

Requirements:

• Insurance Defense Litigation: 3 years
• Trucking and Transportation Litigation: 3 years
• New Jersey Litigation: 3 years

Bar Admissions:

• New Jersey - Required
• New York - Highly Preferred

Responsibilities:

• Represent clients in court or before government agencies
• Prepare and draft legal documents on behalf of clients
• Advise clients on legal strategy
• Negotiate settlements for legal disputes
• Comply with all legal standards and regulations
• Conduct initial investigations
• Prepare consistent reporting for clients detailing significant case developments

Qualifications:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to build rapport with clients
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

• Salary ranging from $125,000 to $175,000 depending upon experience
• 401(k) plan
• Medical, dental and vision
• Medical and Dependent Care FSA
• Life Insurance

If you are a dedicated legal professional seeking opportunities for individualized cases, a supportive environment grounded in accountability, and a culture committed to excellence, we invite you to apply.