Job Description
Job DescriptionAbout the Role:Join CHOI LAW FIRM as aSenior Litigation Attorney (10+ Years Experience)
Fort Lee, NJ | In-Person
Lead Complex Litigation. Build Your Practice. Shape the Firm.
We are seeking a highly experienced and entrepreneurial Senior Litigation Attorney with 10+ years of experience to join our growing firm. This is a leadership role for a confident litigator who can independently manage high-stakes matters, drive case strategy, and serve as a trusted advisor to clients.
Our practice focuses on New Jersey and New York Estate Litigation and Family Law, and the ideal candidate brings deep experience in one or both areas. This role offers a unique opportunity not only to lead sophisticated cases, but also to grow your own practice within a supportive and expanding platform.
Candidates with an existing or developing book of business are strongly encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Case Leadership
- Independently manage a sophisticated caseload of estate litigation and/or family law matters from intake through trial or settlement
- Develop and execute advanced litigation strategies aligned with client objectives
Advanced Legal Drafting & Analysis
- Draft and oversee complex pleadings, dispositive motions, and appellate briefs
- Conduct high-level legal analysis and adjust strategies based on evolving developments
Courtroom Advocacy
- Lead court appearances, depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trials
- Confidently argue motions and handle high-pressure proceedings
Client Relationship Management
- Serve as a primary and trusted advisor to clients
- Build and maintain long-term client relationships
Leadership & Mentorship
- Supervise and mentor junior attorneys and legal staff
- Ensure consistently high-quality work product across matters
Business Development & Firm Growth
- Contribute to client development and firm expansion efforts
- Leverage and grow existing relationships and referral networks
- Play an active role in shaping firm strategy and long-term success
Qualifications
Experience & Credentials
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
- Active and good standing licenses in both New Jersey and New York
- Minimum 10+ years of litigation experience in a law firm setting
- Significant experience in estate litigation and/or family law
- Demonstrated ability to independently manage complex matters
Core Competencies
- Exceptional strategic thinking and legal judgment
- Superior written and oral advocacy skills
- Proven leadership and team management capabilities
- Strong client relationship and business development skills
- Portable book of business is a strong plus, but not required
Compensation & Growth
- Base Salary: $150,000+, commensurate with experience
- Performance-Based Bonus Structure, including:
- Incentives tied to collections and productivity
- Origination credits / revenue-sharing on self-generated business
- Partner-Track Opportunity for the right candidate
- Significant autonomy with the ability to build and expand your practice
Position Details
- Location: Fort Lee, NJ (in-person)
- Schedule: Monday to Friday
About Us:Since 2005, CHOI LAW FIRM has built a reputation for excellence in litigation and client advocacy. Our team is dedicated to providing personalized legal services, and our clients appreciate our commitment to their success. Employees thrive in our supportive culture, where professional growth and teamwork are prioritized.