Description

　　A premiere plaintiff’s law firm, located in Northern NJ and recently awarded “Best Law Firms” by Best Lawyers 2024 for our Mass Tort and Class Action Practice, is seeking a junior to mid-level associate to join the firm’s mass tort practice group in Ridgefield Park, New Jersey. The associate will work on a variety of pharmaceutical and medical device product liability matters and be responsible for day-to-day management of their assigned caseload. Daily responsibilities include pre-filing investigation and record review, statute of limitations and case evaluation, preparation of complaints and discovery responses, and settlement processing. This position involves significant daily contact with clients, management of paralegal/support staff, and regular contact with outside attorneys (referring/co-counsel, defense counsel, etc.).

　　Requirements

　　The ideal candidate must possess the following attributes:

　　J.D. degree from an ABA-accredited law school

　　Admitted to practice law in New Jersey and in good standing

　　1-3 years of experience in mass tort, products liability, or personal injury cases

　　Experience with patient medical records and medical terminology

　　Excellent communication skills

　　Strong legal research and writing abilities

　　Demonstrated ability to multitask several time-critical projects under tight deadlines

　　Demonstrated ability and desire to work on matters beyond regular business hours

　　Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision

　　Superior problem-solving skills and strong attention to detail

　　Commitment to upholding the rules of ethics and professional conduct

　　Professional, collegial and friendly demeanor

　　This could be a great opportunity for you if you want to grow your legal career and consider yourself a self-starter. If you're looking for a competitive base salary, bonus potential and benefits package, this job is a great fit for you. This position is for someone who loves working in a strong team-oriented environment. If that's you, we want to hear from you! If you want to get your career moving in the right direction, contact us today!

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