Education Law & Employment Litigation Associate Attorney
Morristown, NJ - USA
Job Summary
Pay: $100000.00 - $125000.00 per year
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
- Join a respected well-established law firm representing public entities businesses and individuals across diverse legal matters.
- Build a specialized practice in Education/School Law while expanding your litigation and employment law experience.
- Handle meaningful high-impact legal work with direct client interaction and courtroom exposure.
- Collaborate with experienced attorneys in a supportive team-oriented environment.
- Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including medical dental vision life insurance long-term disability and 401(k).
- Grow your long-term career with a firm that values professional development and excellent client service.
Location:
This is a full-time 100% on-site opportunity based in Moorestown New Jersey providing daily collaboration with attorneys and clients in a professional office environment.
Note:
Applicants must be licensed in both New Jersey and Pennsylvania and have at least 1 year of Education/School Law experience along with litigation experience. This position is designed for attorneys with 3 years of associate-level experience.
About Us
We are a growing regional law firm dedicated to providing responsive practical and high-quality legal representation to public entities businesses and individuals. Our attorneys work collaboratively to deliver exceptional client service while fostering a supportive and professional culture where attorneys can continue to develop their careers. Confidential Employer.
Job Description
- Represent public entities school districts businesses and other clients in Education Law matters.
- Handle litigation matters from case strategy through resolution.
- Advise clients on employment law issues compliance and risk management.
- Draft pleadings motions briefs contracts and legal memoranda.
- Conduct legal research and prepare persuasive written work product.
- Attend hearings depositions mediations and court proceedings.
- Collaborate closely with attorneys and clients to develop effective legal strategies.
- Manage an active caseload while maintaining exceptional client service.
Qualifications
- J.D. from an accredited law school.
- Active New Jersey and Pennsylvania Bar licenses required.
- 3 years of associate attorney experience.
- 1 year of Education/School Law experience required.
- Litigation experience required.
- Employment law experience strongly preferred.
- Strong legal writing research and advocacy skills.
- Excellent communication organization and time management abilities.
Why You Will Love Working Here
Youll become part of a collaborative legal team where your work directly impacts clients and communities. We offer sophisticated legal work strong mentorship excellent benefits and the opportunity to continue growing your practice within a stable and respected firm.
JPC-1611
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Requirements: Must-have: NJ AND PA bar license required. Must be 3 year associate. 1 yr education/school law exp.
- Required Years as Associate: 4-6
- Additional context:
- Relocation- No
- Packages - None offered
- Salary Bands (Only if attorney role):
- 3 to 4 years: $100K$108K
- 4 to 5 years: $108K$117K
- 5 years: $117K$125K
Quick Recruiter Reference
Regional law firm hiring an Education Law & Employment Litigation Associate Attorney. Must have NJ & PA Bar admission 3 years as an associate and Education Law experience. Fully onsite in Moorestown NJ.
Recruiters Submission: To submit cancel - Education Law & Employment Litigation Associate Attorney - Comegno Law Group P.C. - JPC-1611 - source
- Client job title: Education Law & Employment Litigation Associate Attorney
- Location: Moorestown NJ
- On-site hybrid remote: On-site
- Experience: 3
- Good fit job titles/keywords for candidates: Education Attorney School Law Attorney Education Law Associate Litigation Associate Employment Litigation Attorney Labor & Employment Attorney Municipal Attorney Public Entity Attorney
- # of hires needed: 1