Commercial Litigation Associate

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Litigation & Corporate Attorney to join our legal team at our New Jersey office. The ideal candidate will have approximately 2–3 years of legal experience, with a strong foundation in commercial litigation and corporate law.

This role will involve supporting the company on a range of legal matters, including litigation, contract review, corporate documentation, risk management, and general business legal needs. The successful candidate should be comfortable managing multiple priorities, conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, and working closely with internal teams and external counsel.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with commercial and business-related litigation matters.
• Conduct legal research and prepare legal memoranda, pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Support case preparation, discovery, document review, and communication with outside counsel.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, contracts, and other legal documents.
• Assist with corporate governance, corporate records, and general corporate matters.
• Provide legal support on business operations, transactions, and risk management.
• Identify potential legal risks and recommend practical solutions.
• Monitor deadlines, maintain organized case files, and ensure timely completion of legal tasks.
• Collaborate with management and internal departments on legal and compliance matters.
• Perform other legal duties as required by the company.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the relevant state bar, preferably New Jersey.
• Approximately 2–3 years of relevant legal experience.
• Experience in commercial litigation and corporate law.
• Strong legal research, writing, drafting, and analytical skills.
• Familiarity with litigation procedures, contracts, and corporate documentation.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and meet deadlines.
• Professional judgment, discretion, and the ability to handle confidential information.
• Ability to work full-time in the company’s New Jersey office.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience handling business disputes or commercial litigation.
• Experience drafting and reviewing business and employment-related agreements.
• Familiarity with corporate governance and general business operations.
• Experience working with outside counsel, courts, or regulatory bodies.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a practical, business-minded approach.

Job Details

Location: New Jersey, USA
Job Type: Full-time
Working Hours: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM EST
Working Days: Monday – Friday

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Life insurance

Work Location: In person