Insurance Defense Attorney — New Jersey

A globally ranked firm with a diversified insurance practice is seeking talented insurance defense litigators with 3–6 years of experience to join its New Jersey office. This is an opportunity to join a growing, competitive practice with a strong and broadening international footprint.

Candidates should bring a solid litigation background, including developing litigation strategy, communicating with clients and opposing counsel, and drafting reports, pleadings, discovery, and motions. The role involves taking and defending depositions, arguing motions, and participating in mediations and trials.

The ideal candidate will have relevant experience across premises liability, motor vehicle negligence including UM and UIM claims, negligent security, professional liability, and wrongful death claims. Excellent research, writing, and communication skills, as well as substantive familiarity with New Jersey court rules and procedures, are essential.

This position offers hybrid working, significant business development training, dedicated associate and partner mentorship, and a firm-wide associate committee. A competitive salary, annual performance-based raises, a discretionary bonus, and a benefits package are offered, with a 1920-hour annual requirement. Compensation ranges from $130,000 to $160,000 annually, contingent on experience, practice group, location, and other job-related factors.

• 3–6 years of insurance defense litigation experience
• Strong background in premises liability, motor vehicle negligence including UM/UIM claims, negligent security, professional liability, and wrongful death claims
• Experience with litigation strategy, client and opposing counsel communication, drafting reports, pleadings, discovery, and motions
• Deposition and motion practice experience; mediation and trial participation
• Excellent research, writing, and communication skills
• Substantive familiarity with New Jersey court rules and procedures
• Admitted and in good standing in New Jersey; additional state admissions a plus