Entry-Level Litigation Associate Attorney

Orion Placement

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Launch your legal career with meaningful litigation experience in labor & employment and special education law.
• Work on interesting, challenging legal matters that make a real difference for clients.
• Build your confidence and sharpen your skills in legal research, drafting, discovery, and case strategy.
• Enjoy a collaborative legal environment where initiative, sound judgment, and fresh perspectives are valued.
• Grow into a well-rounded litigation attorney while gaining exposure to diverse cases and legal challenges.

Location

Warren, NJ — Join us in a primarily office-based role with four days per week in our Warren office. The schedule provides opportunities for in-person collaboration, with fifth-day arrangements discussed during the hiring process.

Annual Salary: $80,000 to $90,000, depending on experience.

Note

Candidates must have passed the New Jersey Bar Exam and be comfortable working in our Warren office four days per week. We welcome entry-level attorneys and recent law graduates. Prior experience in labor & employment or special education law is not required.

About Us

Confidential Employer.

We are an established New Jersey law firm dedicated to providing thoughtful, practical, and effective legal representation. Our team handles a diverse range of legal matters for businesses, public entities, and individuals. We value collaboration, strong client relationships, and attorneys who are eager to learn, contribute, and grow professionally.

Job Description

As our Entry-Level Litigation Associate Attorney, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Handle litigation and litigation-related matters involving labor & employment and special education law.
• Conduct legal research and develop practical strategies for resolving client matters.
• Draft pleadings, motions, legal memoranda, and other litigation documents.
• Assist with discovery, document review, and case preparation.
• Work alongside experienced attorneys on complex and engaging legal issues.
• Communicate with clients and contribute to effective case management.
• Develop your advocacy, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree and successful completion of the New Jersey Bar Exam.

• Entry-level candidates and attorneys with 0+ years of experience are encouraged to apply.

• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

• Self-motivated, proactive, and comfortable exercising sound judgment.

• Genuine interest in litigation, particularly labor & employment and special education matters.

• Ability to meet a 1,800-hour annual work requirement.

• Availability to work in Warren, NJ, four days per week.

• Why You Will Love Working Here

• We believe great attorneys grow through meaningful work, collaboration, and opportunities to take ownership. You'll join a team that values your ideas, encourages initiative, and provides exposure to interesting legal challenges. If you're enthusiastic about litigation and ready to build a rewarding legal career, we'd love to hear from you!

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Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance