Litigation Associate

A well-established, multi-practice New Jersey law firm is seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney to join its dynamic team in Scotch Plains, NJ. Our firm represents clients across a wide range of practice areas — including auto dealership law, personal injury, commercial litigation, employment, and commercial real estate.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent motor vehicle dealers in litigation matters including franchise disputes, consumer complaints, and commercial contract actions.
• Advise dealership clients on regulatory compliance, franchise laws, advertising regulations, and other operational legal matters.
• Draft pleadings, discovery, motions, and briefs and represent clients at depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials.
• Support and collaborate with senior attorneys on complex litigation and transactional matters.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through responsive communication and effective legal counsel.
• Assist with matters across other firm practice areas, including commercial litigation and employment law, as needed.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active membership in the New Jersey Bar.
• 2 years of litigation experience, preferably in commercial litigation or a related field.
• Experience with or interest in auto dealership law, franchise law, or regulatory compliance is strongly preferred.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously.
• A client-focused mindset and the desire to build long-term relationships.

Compensation & Benefits

The annual base salary for this position is between $120,000 – $160,000, depending on experience. Factors which may affect pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.