Attorney - Litigation - $175k

🚨 Insurance Defense Associate | Newark, NJ (Hybrid) – Base Salary $175k

Location/Schedule: Newark, NJ (Hybrid – flexible in-office/remote balance)

Base Salary: $175,000

Practice: Insurance Defense Litigation – General liability, premises liability, motor vehicle/trucking accidents, construction accidents (including NJ Labor Law analogs), professional liability, products liability, and high-exposure claims for national insurers, self-insured entities, and Fortune 500 clients

What stands out about this opportunity:

• High-Volume, High-Impact Caseload – Handle a steady stream of meaningful defense matters from day one, with real courtroom and negotiation exposure in NJ state and federal courts.
• Strong Mentorship & Growth – Work in a supportive environment with assigned mentors and hands-on guidance, accelerating your litigation skills and career trajectory.
• Reasonable Work Expectations – Enjoy balanced billable targets (around 1850–1900 hours) and hybrid flexibility, allowing focus on quality defense without burnout.
• Diverse & Prestigious Clientele – Represent leading national carriers, self-insured corporations, and major institutions, gaining broad experience across multiple lines of coverage and industries.
• Competitive Rewards Structure – Secure a solid $175,000 base with performance bonuses and comprehensive benefits in a firm that values results and long-term associate success.

Core Requirements (Flexibility for Exceptional Candidates):

• JD from an accredited law school and active New Jersey Bar admission (New York admission a plus).
• 2 years of insurance defense or related civil litigation experience (auto, premises, construction, or general liability preferred).
• Proficient in discovery, motions, depositions, client communication, and trial preparation in high-stakes matters.

No one fits every box perfectly - if you're motivated by insurance defense and close on experience, let's connect confidentially! This is one of several similar roles I'm handling.

If this fits your next step in NJ litigation, reach out for a quick, private conversation.

📩 michanne.vanzyl@wearerevolution.co

📅 https://calendly.com/michanne-vanzyl-wearerevolution/candidate-recruiting-call-duplicate