Associate Attorney
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Job Description
Associate Attorney defending complex civil litigation at Tyson & Mendes, a national civil defense firm. Managing cases from discovery through trial while developing New Jersey litigation expertise.
Responsibilities:
- Develop compelling case strategies that cut through emotional arguments and drive results
- Independently manage court appearances, depositions, motion practice, and trials
- Handle discovery, depositions, substantive motion practice, expert work, case evaluation, client communication, mediation, witness preparation, and trial preparation
- Manage a full caseload from discovery through trial
- Take ownership of matters and contribute to case strategy and client relationships
- Collaborate with attorneys and staff at all experience levels
- Maintain consistent and professional communication with clients
- Build and nurture relationships with existing and prospective clients
- Mentor and provide guidance to junior attorneys
- Develop New Jersey litigation expertise and understand state courts
- Use AI-enabled legal tools, advanced research resources, modern case management technology, APEX methodology, and Trial Academy resources
Requirements:
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
- Active New Jersey bar license required
- 5+ years of solid litigation experience, including case strategy, depositions, and trial preparation
- Attorneys with 2–3 years of relevant experience and additional judicial clerkship experience may be considered
- Ability to independently manage a full caseload, from discovery through trial
- Prior insurance defense experience preferred
- Familiarity with litigation timekeeping and billing systems
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
- Self-motivated with strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities
- Professional appearance and demeanor
- Interest in practicing in New Jersey and understanding its courts
Benefits:
- Annual billable hours bonus ranging from $10,000, with $7,500 for every additional tier
- Comprehensive health, vision, dental, and life coverage, including plans available at zero employee cost
- 401(k) program with a 100% match on the first 3% contributed and a 50% match on the following 4-5%
- Student loan repayment assistance or 529 college savings plan of $100-$200/month for full-time attorneys after one year
- Paid parental leave at base pay
- Monthly technology reimbursement of $60
- Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate
- Comprehensive in-house training and leadership development opportunities
- Firm-provided CLE programs and paid bar license renewal fees
- Flexible vacation policy for attorneys
- Defined pathway to partnership
- Internal diversity and inclusion programs, including the Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative
- Firm-wide charitable giving program
- Numerous social and off-site events each year
- Flexible Work Model: Remote, hybrid, or onsite options available
- Sophisticated cases, experienced mentors, modern resources, meaningful responsibility, and room to grow
- APEX methodology and Trial Academy access


