Professional Liability Associate

Kaufman Dolowich is seeking a Professional Liability Attorney with 3+ years of litigation experience to join our growing Professional Liability Practice Group in our Hackensack, New Jersey office.

The ideal candidate will possess strong litigation, research, writing, and advocacy skills, with experience independently managing matters through all phases of litigation. This position offers the opportunity to handle sophisticated professional liability matters and work closely with a collaborative team representing a diverse range of professionals and businesses.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage all phases of professional liability litigation from inception through resolution
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests and responses, and other litigation-related filings
• Conduct and defend depositions
• Attend and advocate at court appearances, mediations, arbitrations, settlement conferences, and other proceedings
• Develop and execute litigation strategies while maintaining strong client relationships
• Handle matters involving professional negligence, malpractice, errors and omissions claims, and other complex liability disputes
• Manage discovery, motion practice, expert witness coordination, and case deadlines in both state and federal courts
• Collaborate with partners and clients to provide strategic guidance and achieve favorable outcomes

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of litigation experience
• Admission to practice in New Jersey required; New York admission is a plus
• Experience handling matters in state and federal court
• Demonstrated experience drafting and arguing motions, conducting depositions, and representing clients in mediations and arbitrations
• Strong courtroom presence and advocacy skills
• Excellent legal writing, analytical, negotiation, and communication abilities
• Ability to independently manage an active caseload and prioritize competing deadlines
• Experience in professional liability, legal malpractice, insurance defense, or complex commercial litigation is preferred

Why Join Kaufman Dolowich?

• Opportunity to work on sophisticated professional liability matters with a nationally respected team
• Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture with strong mentorship and support
• Significant opportunities for professional growth, client development, and advancement
• Hybrid work flexibility
• Unlimited PTO for Attorneys
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• Robust discretionary and billable-based bonus opportunities

Base Salary Range: $135,000 – $170,000

Please note that the stated salary range is an estimate and does not guarantee a specific offer. Actual compensation will be determined based on market location, as well as the candidate’s experience, skills, and job-related qualifications. Base salary represents just one component of the comprehensive Total Rewards package offered by Kaufman Dolowich, which also includes a discretionary and billable hours-based bonus program and a robust benefits offering for full-time employees.

While experience in professional liability law is preferred, Kaufman Dolowich is also interested in talented attorneys with strong litigation backgrounds from a variety of practice areas. Candidates with substantive litigation experience, including motion practice, depositions, court appearances, mediations, and arbitrations, who demonstrate a genuine interest in developing a professional liability practice are encouraged to apply. If you are seeking an opportunity to work on sophisticated matters within a collaborative and growing national law firm, we welcome the opportunity to speak with you.