Personal Injury Attorney (Elizabeth, NJ, In-Person only)

Location: Elizabeth, New Jersey (Full-time, On-site)Pay: $120,000 - $150,000 per yearIMPORTANT: Only candidates with 5+ year experience in Personal Injury Law will be considered. Must be admitted to practice in New Jersey (admission to practice in New York is a plus, but not required)Responsibilities:· Independently manage a caseload.· Handle all phases of litigation, including case evaluation, discovery, motion practice, and trial / jury selection preparation.· In-Person only: Elizabeth, NJ· Conduct and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, and expert witnesses.· Appear in court for hearings, conferences, and trials, with a strong emphasis on trial advocacy and courtroom skills.· Prepare and examine witnesses and develop compelling case strategies.· Collaborate closely with partner and support staff on case strategy and legal analysis.· Draft and argue dispositive and procedural motions with a focus on strategic litigation outcomes.· Maintain clear and consistent communication with clients, providing timely updates and legal counsel throughout the litigation process.· Report to managing attorney concerning status of matters and provide other information as requested.· Mentor and supervise the firm's paralegals and support staffQualifications:· JD from an accredited law school· Must be admitted to practice in New Jersey (license in New York will be plus but not required)· At least 5 years litigation experience from the inception to pre-jury selection stage· Ability to independently handle a caseload with attention to detail· Summary Jury Trial / Arbitration experience is strongly preferred but not a must· Excellent written and oral communication skills is a must· Superior legal research skills is a must· Strong organizational skills, with ability to multitask and efficiently balance & prioritize court appearances, depositions and administrative work is a mustCompensation:· Competitive base salary of $120,000 - $150,000 per annum· Competitive bonus structure, including, but not limited to, participation fees, commissions, as well as other financial incentives· Benefits: Paid time off, etc.