Litigation Associate (Entry-level)

ABOUT THE FIRM

Falcon Rappaport & Berkman (FRB) is a dynamic and rapidly growing law firm committed to an interdisciplinary approach to legal practice. Our teamcomprisesthought leaders across diverse practice areas including nationally recognized experts in taxation corporate law and emerging technologies and we intentionally integrate agentic workflows into our practice. By integrating specialists from multiple disciplines we deliver innovative and comprehensive solutions that exceed client expectations. At FRB we prioritize respect appreciation and work-life balance fostering an environment where our team members thrive both personally and professionally. We are dedicated to investing in our employees growth through mentorship continuing education and meaningful career advancement opportunities.

ABOUT THE POSITION

AI is central to thepracticeoutputand process mattersmore than hours and the associate who finds a faster better way to do something is rewarded for it and gets to share that process with other attorneys in the firm.

You need judgment drive and real fluency with AI. We will teach you litigation. Wewant you to bring with you your desire to buildeffectiveprocesspassionand service-oriented mindset it takes torepresentclients well.

This position isahybridrole where we want you to work where you work besthowever periodiccourt appearances in New Jersey and New Yorkwill be requiredand an expectation ofoccasional in office presencein our New York andgrowingNewark officesonce or twice a week. FRB has a robust social culture with outings and events every month. To take full advantageof thesein personevents and learning and mentoring opportunities we encourage some in-office time flexible around your schedule.

WHO YOU ARE

• you built ran or shipped something before law schoolwe want to hear about also want to hear your vision for an AI enabled legal practice.

• Genuinelyinterested in AI in the practice of use these tools because you are fascinated by what they make possibleand your role in building the future ofthe legalpractice.

• Technically fluent with know which model suits which task how to manage context and tokenutilization and how toiterate onprompts and workflows until they work as intended.

• Assertive by advocate for yourself push back when you disagree and ask direct questions. When you do not knowananswer youare empowered to find it.

• Sharp inyour know when AI output is reliable when it needs a lawyers hand and when to escalate. You verify everything before you rely on it and you build that discipline into your workflow.

• Urgent and relentless in respond fast close loops without being reminded and nothing you own falls through the cracks. Proactive client updates are part of the job and belonginyour workflow.

WHAT YOULL DO

• Build test and continuously iterate AI-powered workflows for legal research drafting document review and case analysis then document what works.

• Draft pleadings motions briefs discovery requests and responses and memoranda using AI where it adds speed and quality and your own skill where it does not.

• Support all phases of discovery including document review written discovery and depositions.

• Appear in New Jersey and New York state and federal courts for conferences and hearings as you develop.

• Communicate proactively with clients opposing counsel and court personnel and own the status and next steps on your matters.

• Support your managing attorney on case strategy trial preparation and dispute resolution.

• Identifyinefficiencies in how the team works then fix them.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

• Admission or pending admission to the New Jersey and New York Bars.

• 05years of -level toexperiencedassociatecandidates withthedesire to integrate AI into their legal bea true entry-level role for the right candidate. An entry-level candidate must have already taken at leasttheNew Jerseybar exam.

• Demonstrated hands-on use of generative AI (for example Claude HarveyCoCounsel or tools you built yourself). Be prepared to walk us through workflows you have created including how you select models and manage context.

• Entrepreneurial startup or operating background strongly preferred.

• Strong legal and analytical reasoning.

• A track recordof ownership such as a business a project or a process youranend to end.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Salary range:$105000annuallycommensuratewith experience and qualifications.

• Performance bonuses and discretionary bonuses.

• Comprehensive health dental and vision insurancewith401(k) plan with firm contribution.

• Paid time off and firm holidays.

• CLE support bar expense support mentorship and direct training from your managing attorney.