The role, as published
About the company
Our client is a law firm.
The role
Raydar is recruiting for this role on behalf of our client. Handle commercial litigation matters with a focus on construction disputes, working independently while collaborating closely with partners and fellow associates. The role covers legal research, written advocacy and case strategy within a hybrid, team-oriented practice.
What you'll do
- Manage construction litigation matters from start to finish with limited supervision.
- Conduct legal research and draft briefs and other court filings.
- Develop case strategy for construction disputes.
- Work with partners and associates across the commercial litigation practice.
- Carry a caseload in line with an annual billable hours expectation of approximately 1,900.
- Work in the office 3 days per week and remotely the rest of the week.
What we're looking for
- 4 to 8 years of post-JD experience with a genuine concentration in construction litigation, not just general commercial litigation.
- JD from an accredited law school with a strong academic record; a transcript is required at submission.
- Admission to the New Jersey bar, or the ability to waive in within 3 to 6 months.
- A stable employment history without a pattern of short tenures.
- Ability to commute to the office 3 days per week and a willingness to work in person with the team.
- Authorization to work in the United States.
Bonus points
- Prior judicial clerkship, especially in a state trial court.
- Background mixing product liability or insurance work with construction matters.
- New York or Pennsylvania bar admission.
Location and work model
- Madison, NJ, United States
- Hybrid, 3 days per week in office
- Full-time