Attorney/Lawyer

Description We are looking for an accomplished commercial litigation attorney to guide a busy legal practice serving business clients in Pennington, New Jersey. This role is ideal for an experienced lawyer who can take ownership of complex disputes, shape litigation strategy, and deliver strong advocacy from the earliest stages of a matter through final resolution. In addition to courtroom-focused work, the position offers opportunities to advise clients on related business issues and support key commercial documents when needed.

Responsibilities:

• Direct the firm’s commercial litigation work and provide leadership across active business dispute matters.

• Oversee cases through each phase of litigation, including early assessment, pleadings, motion practice, discovery, negotiation, and resolution.

• Advocate for companies involved in commercial conflicts and develop practical strategies aligned with client objectives.

• Manage daily case activity, set litigation priorities, and make informed recommendations on legal approach and risk.

• Prepare, revise, and analyze motions, briefs, correspondence, and other documents related to contested matters.

• Communicate regularly with clients to explain case developments, gather information, and offer legal guidance on disputes.

• Counsel business clients on legal issues connected to ongoing litigation and broader commercial concerns.

• Support the review and drafting of contracts, leases, operating agreements, and similar business documents as part of client representation. Requirements

• 8 years of litigation experience, with a strong background in commercial matters.

• Demonstrated success handling business disputes and representing corporate clients in litigation.

• Ability to run commercial litigation matters independently with minimal oversight.

• Broad experience across key litigation functions, including motions, briefing, case strategy, and client management.

• Working knowledge of business and commercial law in a client-facing legal environment.

• Experience preparing or reviewing contracts, leases, operating agreements, and related transactional documents.

• Active attorney credentials required; admission in New Jersey is preferred.

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