Opportunity:
Williams, Graffeo & Stern LLC is a dynamic and focused Business, Real Estate, and Commercial Litigation law firm.
We serve as outside general counsel (aka “trusted advisors”) to our clients from inception of a venture, through growth and stabilization, through maturation and asset protection, to succession and liquidation.
We are driven and dedicated to our clients’ success !
Learn more about us at www.WGSlawyers.com.
We are seeking a litigation associate with a strong work ethic, who is truly self-motivated and genuinely interested in the practice of law. This is an exciting and challenging position that will allow you to grow as a professional.
Responsibilities:
- Directly engage with clients from inception through case management to resolution.
- Prepare pleadings, engage in legal research and written discovery, and motion practice.
- Conduct and defend depositions, make court appearances, and participate in settlement conferences.
- Work collaboratively with partners, associates, paralegals and staff members.
- Effectively organize and maintain litigation documents and scheduling.
Required Skills:
- Minimum 1+ years relevant experience as a litigation attorney with state and federal court experience and/or successsul completion of judicial clerkship.
- Willing to pitch in and support related practice areas.
- Able to problem solve, resolve, and close open issues and assist staff and colleagues with resolving issues that arise.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously with a high degree of professionalism and client orientation.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively work with various types of clients
- Fast thinker/quick learner.
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to prioritize and work independently.
- Ability to manage time and resources effectively and independently, and balance conflicting priorities.
- Licensed to practice in New Jersey required. Licenses in New York, Pennsylvania and/or Florida a plus.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Supplemental pay types:
License/Certification:
- New Jersey law license (Required)
- New York law license (Preferred)
- Florida law license (Preferred)
Work Location: In person