My client is a full-service commercial law firm based in New Jersey with offices in New York and Florida. Here's what makes them different: they've been named "New Jersey Firm of the Year" by Benchmark Litigation for nine consecutive years, and they've been recognized as "General Litigation Department of the Year - Midsize" by the New Jersey Law Journal in 2023, 2020, 2019, and 2016. This isn't about being the biggest firm. It's about being the best litigation shop in New Jersey-and the rankings back it up. What their litigation practice handles: Their litigators represent multinational corporations, financial institutions, and government bodies in complex and important matters. They're active in federal and state courts, administrative litigation, grand jury investigations, and arbitrations. The firm is ranked in eight practice areas by Chambers USA, with 20 attorneys recognized. Their litigation work spans administrative law, antitrust, banking, commercial transactions, construction, directors' and officers' liability, employment, healthcare, insurance, intellectual property, real estate, securities, tax, technology, and unfair competition. Why this role matters: You'll work alongside some of the most respected litigators in New Jersey on high-profile, precedent-setting matters. 62 of their attorneys are recognized in The Best Lawyers in America, including two "Lawyer of the Year" recipients. The firm has several former prosecutors on staff, so if you're handling investigations or white-collar matters, you're learning from people who've been on the other side. They represent clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to emerging growth businesses. The work is sophisticated, the matters are complex, and you'll have genuine mentorship from partners who've built their careers there. What you'll be doing:
* Handle all phases of complex commercial and business litigation
* Draft complaints, answers, discovery requests and responses, motions, briefs
* Manage pre-trial, trial, and appellate work in federal and state courts
* Work directly with clients-multinational corporations, financial institutions, government entities
* Collaborate with a team of experienced litigators on high-stakes matters
* Mentor and supervise junior associates
What they're looking for:
* 12+ years of complex commercial and business litigation experience
* JD from an accredited law school with strong academic record
* Licensed to practice in New Jersey (required)
* Strong writing and research skills
* Excellent oral communication abilities
* Team player who can also interact directly with clients
What you get:
* Base salary: $250K-$300K (based on experience)
* Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision coverage
* 401(k) with firm contributions
* Paid time off and other firm-sponsored benefits
* A collaborative, non-hierarchical culture where mentorship is real
* Access to sophisticated matters with top-tier clients
* Platform to shape your own practice and future
The firm's culture: They describe themselves as innovative, creative, and collaborative-and their retention numbers suggest it's not just marketing speak. Many of their clients have retained them for decades, and the same goes for their attorneys. They're committed to inclusive hiring practices and maintaining a supportive environment where your ideas actually matter. The firm is a member of ALFA International, a premier global legal network with more than 140 independent law firm members worldwide, so you'll have resources beyond just the three offices when you need them. Bottom line: If you're a senior litigator looking for sophisticated work without the grind of a massive New York firm, this is worth exploring. You get Big Law caliber work and clients with the economic benefits and culture of a New Jersey-based firm. Nine years running as New Jersey's top litigation firm says something about how they operate.