Associate - Workers' Compensation

Cipriani & Werner•Mt. Laurel, NJ

11h•Hybrid

About The Position

Cipriani & Werner is seeking a Workers’ Compensation Associate to join its growing team in the Mt. Laurel, New Jersey office. The role involves conducting legal research and analysis, drafting legal documents, representing clients in court hearings, collaborating with senior attorneys on complex cases, and managing client relationships and a caseload with supervision. The associate will assist with motion practice, conferences, and trials as needed, and maintain billable hours as necessary. This is a hybrid position. The successful candidate must work in the office full-time until transitioned fully into the role; flexibility for some remote days is available thereafter. Travel to court is required when assigned to a venue that mandates in-person hearings. The stated salary range is $100,000–$155,000, with actual compensation dependent on factors including experience and qualifications.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
Admission to practice law in New Jersey state court.
Self-motivated independent thinker with excellent time management skills, strong organizational skills, and outstanding communication skills.
Ability to work as a team member in a high-volume, fast-paced work environment.

Nice To Haves

Five years of Workers’ Compensation experience preferred.
Experience and familiarity with New Jersey State Rules of Court, New Jersey Federal Rules of Court, and Rules of Evidence preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, ProLaw, Excel, and e-document management software preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct legal research and analysis on various legal issues.
Draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and agreements.
Represent clients in court hearings.
Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex cases.
Maintain billable hours as necessary.
Manage client relationships and a caseload with supervision.
Assist in the representation of clients in motion practice, conferences, and trial when and where necessary.