Eminent Domain Condemnation Associate Attorney

Pay: $120000.00 - $160000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a respected New Jersey firm handling high-impact matters for municipalities and public agencies

• Work on sophisticated eminent domain/condemnation cases from acquisition strategy through litigation

• Strong compensation plus an excellent benefits package (including an onsite gym)

• Meaningful community-facing work with visible outcomes across New Jersey

• Limited hybrid flexibility may be available for the right attorney

Location: Roseland NJ (primarily on-site with limited hybrid flexibility considered)

Note: Must be admitted to the New Jersey Bar and have 3 years of relevant eminent domain/condemnation experience representing governmental entities.

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established New Jersey law firm known for its work at the intersection of public and private sector matters advising municipalities and other public agencies across the state. They are collaborative quality-driven and committed to mentoring strong attorneys who want to build a long-term practice in New Jersey.

Job Description

• Advise municipalities and public agencies on the lawful exercise of eminent domain authority in New Jersey

• Draft and review acquisition documents including purchase and sale agreements and related conveyance materials

• Prepare condemnation complaints and supporting documents through filing and case progression

• Analyze title issues property valuation materials and tenant relocation considerations

• Draft and respond to legal briefs and motion practice in eminent domain litigation

• Coordinate with stakeholders and maintain clear professional client communication throughout matters

• Support hearings and case proceedings; opportunity to gain additional litigation exposure as needed

Qualifications

• Admission to the New Jersey Bar (in good standing)

• 3 years of experience in eminent domain/condemnation and public agency representation in NJ

• Strong legal writing drafting and negotiation skills

• Confident communicator with a client-service mindset

• Experience with condemnation commissioners hearings and or trials is a plus not required

Why Youll Love Working Here

• Supportive team environment with a strong reputation statewide

• Interesting public-sector work with real impact on communities

• High-quality benefits and resources that make day-to-day work easier

• Long-term growth opportunity for an attorney who wants to specialize and become a go-to advisor in this space

JPC-648

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Requirements: Must-haves: NJ Bar 2 yrs eminent domain/condemnation exp substantial exp representing NJ Gov entities. Preferred: condemnation commissioners hearings experience; trial experience; deep familiarity with title valuation and tenant relocation issues. Must be US citizen

• Additional context: Relocation- Likely for right candidate. Packages - Likely for right candidate

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Quick Recruiter Reference (Internal Summary)

NJ law firm in Roseland seeking an Eminent Domain/Condemnation Associate (3 years) to represent municipalities/public agencies across NJ. Heavy drafting and advisory work plus litigation support (condemnation complaints briefs title/valuation/relocation issues). Limited hybrid may be considered; salary $120k$160k.

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