Associate Attorney

Associate Attorney The Law offices of Sheryl Gandel Mazur West Caldwell, NJ Job Details Full-time $100,000 - $115,000 a year 3 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Paid time off Qualifications Appeals Caseload management Doctor of Law (JD) Attention to detail Legal case management Bar Full Job Description Established private practice dedicated exclusively to Social Security Disability law. We represent claimants throughout the disability process and are committed to providing compassionate, thorough, and effective legal representation. We are currently seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Associate Attorney to join our team. --- Position Overview The Associate Attorney will manage a Social Security Disability caseload from application through hearing and appeals levels. The ideal candidate is organized, client-focused, comfortable appearing before Administrative proceedings, and able to work in a fast-paced environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who wants hands-on litigation experience, meaningful client interaction, and long-term growth within a specialized practice area. Responsibilities

• Handle Social Security Disability cases at all stages of the claims process
• Prepare clients for hearings before Administrative Law Judges
• Conduct hearings via telephone, video, and in person
• Draft legal briefs, pre-hearing memoranda, and appeals
• Review and analyze medical evidence and vocational records
• Communicate with clients, medical providers, hearing offices, and experts
• Work collaboratively with paralegals and support staff to develop cases
• Maintain accurate case documentation and meet deadlines Qualifications
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Licensed attorney in good standing (New Jersey preferred)
• Prior Social Security Disability experience strongly preferred
• Strong writing, analytical, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage deadlines and a high-volume caseload
• Compassionate and professional client communication skills
• Experience with hearings and legal drafting is a plus

Pay:

$100,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Health insurance Paid time off

Work Location:

In person