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Commercial and Trusts & Estates Litigation Attorney

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Rivkin Radler

Remote

$147,500 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 5 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/16/2026

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Job Description

Rivkin Radler LLP is seeking an attorney with a minimum of 1 year of litigation experience to join our Hackensack, NJ office. The ideal candidate will have experience in commercial litigation and/or trusts and estates litigation, with strong research, writing, and advocacy skills. Responsibilities Conduct in‑depth legal research and analysis to support litigation matters, including commercial disputes and trusts & estates litigation (e.g., will contests, fiduciary disputes, accounting proceedings, and probate litigation). Draft and prepare legal documents, including pleadings, briefs, motions, discovery demands, and settlement agreements. Collaborate closely with senior attorneys to develop and execute case strategies. Participate in court appearances, hearings, depositions, conferences, and negotiations. Establish and maintain strong client relationships through effective communication and advocacy, including with fiduciaries, beneficiaries, and business clients. Required Qualifications Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school. Active New Jersey State Bar admission. Minimum of 1 year of litigation experience, preferably including exposure to: Commercial litigation (contract disputes, partnership disputes, bankruptcy litigation, class actions, securities litigation, consumer protection), and/or Trusts & estates litigation (contested probate matters, discovery under
SCPA 2103
proceedings, objections to fiduciary conduct, accounting disputes, or related Surrogate's Court matters). Preferred Prior employment at a premier law firm. Completion of a federal clerkship. Law review or journal experience. Exceptional academic credentials. Demonstrated excellent writing skills (writing sample required). Proficiency in end‑to‑end case management and a strong understanding of litigation workflow.
Compensation Annualized salary range:
$120,000 - $175,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job‑related factors permitted by law. Congenial, fast‑paced environment with competitive salary and benefits.
Hybrid schedule:
Minimum 3 days per week in the office and 2 days remote. Rivkin Radler LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).