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Prominent national law firm is seeking a Senior Attorney for an Of Counsel or Partner role for their growing Central NJ office. A book of business is NOT required. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a Rainmaker who values collaboration, mentorship and a collegial work environment. Option to work fully remote or hybrid. Ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience in ANY of these practice areas: General Liability, Construction/NY Labor Law, Transportation, Coverage, Premises Liability, Catastrophic Personal Injury, Habitability, Professional Liability, Municipal, Medical Malpractice, Auto, Product Liability, Toxic Tort/Environmental, Insurance Defense. Responsibilities: • Manage assigned cases, • Handle cases from inception to conclusion, • Take and defend depositions, • Make court appearances, • Draft motions, pleadings and respond to discovery Qualifications: • 10+ years of litigation experience, • Licensed to practice and in good standing in NY. NJ is a plus!, • Juris Doctorate, • Trial and/or Trial preparation experience Base salary range 185k-225k+ (DOE) Generous Monthly Bonuses Comprehensive Benefits Package Hybrid or Fully Remote work schedule Please email resume to

Ready to Litigate (and Enjoy It)? Wade Clark Mulcahy LLP – Springfield, New Jersey office is growing, and we’re looking for 1–2 litigation attorneys with 2+ years of experience to join our team. Who We Are Wade Clark Mulcahy LLP is a national firm with offices in NY, NJ, PA, LA, TX and London. Our practice spans professional liability, insurance coverage, and a wide range of litigation matters. We take our work seriously and we pride ourselves on teamwork, mentorship, and true partnership with our clients. What You’ll Be Doing This is hands-on litigation from day one. You’ll manage your own caseload and take cases all the way to trial. Your work will likely include but is not limited to: • Premises liability, • Motor vehicle accidents, • Construction accidents, • Products liability, • Property damage and wrongful death claims You’ll make in-person court appearances, conduct depositions, and advocate for clients while keeping them informed every step of the way. Who You Are You’re someone who: • Is admitted to practice in New Jersey (other bars are a plus!), • Has 2+ years of litigation experience, • Writes clearly and persuasively, • Is curious, ambitious, and takes pride in your work product, • Wants to grow as an attorney—not just push paper Compensation & Benefits 💼 • Salary: $115,000–$160,000 (commensurate with experience), • Benefits include:, • 401(k) with matching, • Health, dental, vision & life insurance, • Health savings account, • Paid time off Our Culture WCM offers a collegial, inclusive, and results-driven environment. We’re committed to diversity and are looking for attorneys who share that commitment and want to build a long-term career with us. How to Apply Interested? Let’s talk. Please send your resume and a writing sample to our Director of Human Resources, Rachel Wade at

Sills Cummis & Gross P.C. is a full-service corporate law firm with offices in New Jersey, New York and Florida. At Sills Cummis & Gross, our goal is to make sure you are exposed to high-profile cases and receive the necessary tools to exceed client expectations. Our attorneys are innovative, creative, and collaborative; giving you the platform to flourish in an environment where your ideas matter. When you join our group of attorneys, you will work alongside some of the best professionals in their field of practice who will mentor you and help develop your skills. The firm not only makes a commitment to our clients, we also make a commitment to our attorneys. If you are ready to join an engaging, inclusive firm where you will have the ability to shape your future, view our open positions and apply. Sills Cummis & Gross litigators represent multinational corporations, financial institutions and government bodies, often in complex and important matters. Our attorneys are active in pre-trial, trial and appellate matters in federal and state courts, as well as administrative litigation, grand jury investigations and arbitrations. Sills Cummis & Gross was named “New Jersey Firm of the Year” 2026 by Benchmark Litigation*. This is the tenth consecutive year Sills Cummis & Gross received this honor. In addition to being named “New Jersey Firm of the Year” by Benchmark Litigation* since 2017, Sills Cummis & Gross was named “General Litigation Department of the Year – Midsize” by the New Jersey Law Journal* in 2023, 2020, 2019 and 2016. The Department is also ranked by Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business* in New Jersey. *See Award Methodology. No aspect of this advertisement has been approved by the Supreme Court of New Jersey. Sills Cummis & Gross is seeking a mid-level associate attorney to join our Construction and Energy Practice Group in our New Jersey office. The ideal candidate will have 5–7 years of experience in construction law and litigation, be admitted in both New Jersey and New York, and be comfortable handling matters in both jurisdictions. This position offers an excellent opportunity to work with sophisticated clients on a wide range of construction-related disputes and contract matters within a collaborative, growth-oriented environment. Sills Cummis & Gross is an equal opportunity employer. Key Responsibilities • Represent developers, general contractors, subcontractors, and design professionals in construction and commercial litigation in both New Jersey and New York., • Manage all phases of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation., • Defend and prosecute claims involving breach of contract, construction defects, delay, payment disputes, fraud, and related statutory issues., • Draft, review, and negotiate construction contracts, including AIA forms and custom project agreements., • Advise clients on contract administration, risk management, and dispute avoidance strategies., • Work collaboratively with partners and colleagues while managing independent responsibilities and direct client contact. Qualifications • J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials., • Admission to practice law in both New Jersey and New York (required)., • 5–7 years of experience focused on construction litigation and construction contract matters., • Experience with AIA contract forms and related construction agreements., • Excellent writing, research, and analytical skills., • Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines across jurisdictions., • Strong communication skills and a client-service mindset. Salary and Benefits Salary Range: $225,000 – $240,000 annually. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, and qualifications. Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) retirement plan with firm contributions, paid time off, and other firm-sponsored benefits and perks.

Associate Attorney – Short Hills, NJ Grae & Grae, LLC, a premier boutique construction law firm, is seeking talented, experienced, and highly-motivated junior and mid-level associates to join its Short Hills, NJ office on a full-time basis. Grae & Grae, LLC represents many of the largest and most prominent public and private sector contractors, subcontractors, construction managers, architects, and the engineering and design professionals working alongside them, servicing the full diversity of their transactional and litigation needs. Candidates must be licensed to practice law in the State of New York, and, preferably, the State of New Jersey, and have been awarded a Juris Doctor from an accredited U.S. law school. Ideal candidates will have a record of outstanding academic achievement, clinical legal experience, superior legal writing and critical reasoning skills, and a demonstrated interest in construction-related work. Candidates with prior clerkship experience will receive priority consideration. Grae & Grae, LLC is a highly collegial practice committed to internal promotion and associate development through close mentorship and training. Interested candidates should provide their resume, writing sample, and law school transcript (for candidates with less than 3 years’ experience). Positions: Junior (1-3 years) and Mid-Level (3+ years) Associates Minimum Requirements: • 2+ years of civil litigation experience (though candidates with exceptional academic credentials and legal writing skills will receive consideration and are encouraged to apply), • Bar Admission: New York Salary Range: Junior Associate: $95,000 - $135,000 Mid-Level Associate: $135,000 - $200,000

Construction Litigation Of Counsel – Newark Sills Cummis & Gross P.C. is a full-service commercial law firm with offices in New Jersey, New York and Florida. At Sills Cummis & Gross, our goal is to make sure you are exposed to high-profile cases and receive the necessary tools to exceed client expectations. Our attorneys are innovative, creative, and collaborative; giving you the platform to flourish in an environment where your ideas matter. When you join our group of attorneys, you will work alongside some of the best professionals in their field of practice who will mentor you and help develop your skills. The firm not only makes a commitment to our clients, we also make a commitment to our attorneys. If you are ready to join an engaging, inclusive firm where you will have the ability to shape your future, view our open positions and apply. Sills Cummis & Gross litigators represent multinational corporations, financial institutions and government bodies, often in complex and important matters. Our attorneys are active in pre-trial, trial and appellate matters in federal and state courts, as well as administrative litigation, grand jury investigations and arbitrations. Sills Cummis & Gross was named “New Jersey Firm of the Year” 2026 by Benchmark Litigation*. This is the tenth consecutive year Sills Cummis & Gross received this honor. In addition to being named “New Jersey Firm of the Year” by Benchmark Litigation* since 2017, Sills Cummis & Gross was named “General Litigation Department of the Year – Midsize” by the New Jersey Law Journal* in 2023, 2020, 2019 and 2016. The Department is also ranked by Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business* in New Jersey. *See Award Methodology. No aspect of this advertisement has been approved by the Supreme Court of New Jersey. Sills Cummis & Gross is seeking an Of Counsel attorney to join our Construction and Energy Practice Group in our New Jersey office. The ideal candidate will have 10–15 years of experience in construction law and litigation, be admitted in both New Jersey and New York, and be comfortable handling matters in both jurisdictions. This position offers an excellent opportunity to work with sophisticated clients on a wide range of construction-related disputes and contract matters within a collaborative, growth-oriented environment. Sills Cummis & Gross is an equal opportunity employer. Key Responsibilities • Represent developers, general contractors, subcontractors, and design professionals in construction and commercial litigation in both New Jersey and New York., • Manage all phases of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation., • Defend and prosecute claims involving breach of contract, construction defects, delay, payment disputes, fraud, and related statutory issues., • Draft, review, and negotiate construction contracts, including AIA forms and custom project agreements., • Advise clients on contract administration, risk management, and dispute avoidance strategies., • Work collaboratively with partners and colleagues while managing independent responsibilities and direct client contact. Qualifications • J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials., • Admission to practice law in both New Jersey and New York (required)., • 10-15 years of experience focused on construction litigation and construction contract matters., • Experience with AIA contract forms and related construction agreements., • Excellent writing, research, and analytical skills., • Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines across jurisdictions., • Strong communication skills and a client-service mindset. Salary and Benefits • Salary Range: $255,000 – $285,000 annually. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, and qualifications., • Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, and other firm-sponsored benefits and perks.

?? Join one of the nation’s top real estate and construction law firms with no billable requirement! ?? This Jobot Job is hosted by: Karyn Spies Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $150,000 - $200,000 per year A bit about us: Boutique law firm servicing the commercial real estate and construction industries, with robust transactional, corporate, finance, land use, and litigation expertise. We are one of the nation’s fastest-growing commercial real estate law firms and recognized as one of the top Real Estate + Construction Law Firms by Chambers USA. Our firm represents many of the region’s leading developers, institutions, and investors in connection with some of New Jersey’s most complex and high-profile development projects. Why join us? • Competitive compensation, • No firm billable requirement, • Generous billable bonus plan up to an additional $45,000, • 20% origination bonus, • Firm sponsored medical, dental, vision, • 401k with employer contribution Job Details The Commercial Litigation Attorney will be responsible for handling commercial litigation cases in the real estate/construction industry, including commercial lease disputes, construction lien disputes, construction project delays, owner/general contractor disputes, shareholder disputes, and real estate transaction litigation. Qualifications • Admission to practice in New Jersey (bonus points for Pennsylvania and/or New York)., • 5+ years of litigation experience., • Ability to take the lead on depositions, dispositive motion arguments, and conferences., • Trial experience is a plus but not required. Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy

Hybrid in Newark, Philadelphia or NYC with no billable requirement and generous bonus plan! This Jobot Job is hosted by: Karyn Spies Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $125,000 - $175,000 per year A bit about us: Boutique law firm servicing the commercial real estate and construction industries in transactional, corporate, finance, land use, and litigation matters. Why join us? Competitive compensation No firm billable requirement Generous billable bonus plan up to an additional $45,000 20% origination bonus Firm sponsored medical, dental, vision 401k with employer contribution Job Details Responsibilities Manage all phases of complex construction defect cases involving representation of architects, engineers, surveyors and other design professionals on construction projects. Assist with commercial litigation cases as needed. Draft pleadings, dispositive and discovery motions, and appellate briefs. Take and defend depositions; argue motions in state and federal courts. Develop and maintain strong client relationships; provide timely, practical advice aligned with business objectives. Collaborate with colleagues across practice groups (real estate, construction, land use) on matters with parallel transactional or regulatory issues. Qualifications Bar Admissions: New Jersey (required) plus Pennsylvania (strongly preferred) or New York (nice to have). Minimum 3 years of relevant litigation experience. Strong research and writing skills; comfort with courtroom appearances and client interaction. Ability to manage competing deadlines and drive matters forward with minimal oversight. Clerkship experience and/or federal practice experience welcomed but not required Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy

Job Description Job Description Gerber Ciano Kelly Brady is seeking a motivated and experienced Construction Attorney to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience practicing construction law and handling a broad range of construction-related disputes and transactional matters. This position requires a high level of initiative, sound judgment, and the ability to independently manage matters from inception through resolution. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical skills, practical problem-solving abilities, and clear, professional communication. The attorney will work collaboratively with attorneys across the firm’s footprint and interact directly with clients, contractors, and industry professionals. This is an excellent opportunity for attorneys seeking to grow their construction practice within a supportive and collegial environment. Responsibilities include: • Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating construction-related contracts and agreements., • Handling mechanic’s liens and bond claims, including performance bond and payment bond issues., • Managing claims involving changed conditions, unforeseen site conditions, and scope disputes., • Representing clients in disputes involving wrongful termination, abandonment, acceleration, delay, lost productivity, and liquidated damages., • Addressing claims related to defective plans, specifications, and design issues., • Assisting clients with bid protests and procurement-related disputes, when applicable., • Advising clients throughout all phases of construction projects to mitigate risk and resolve disputes efficiently., • Managing deadlines, filings, and procedural requirements across multiple jurisdictions., • Maintaining strong client relationships through responsiveness, strategic guidance, and adherence to client guidelines., • Admission to practice in the State of New York is required (Admission to practice in Connecticut, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania is a plus)., • At least 5 years of experience practicing construction law., • Demonstrated experience with construction contract drafting and review., • Proven experience handling mechanic’s liens, bond claims, and construction-related disputes., • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex legal and technical issues. Compensation and Benefits: Salary is commensurate with experience and skill set. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, life, short-term and long-term disability insurance, 401(k), flexible work options, and paid time off. For New York City Applicants: Salary range: $35.00–$70.00/hour ($72,800.00–$145,600.00), plus eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus. The actual salary offered will depend on the candidate’s skills, experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

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