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*Kent & McBride, P.C. a Civil Defense litigation firm located in Cherry Hill, NJ seeks an energetic associate for its ever growing Workers Compensation practice.*Read the overview of this opportunity to understand what skills, including and relevant soft skills and software package proficiencies, are required.*Responsibilities:*- Gather evidence, evaluate findings, and develop strategies and arguments.- Make Court appearances and argue cases.- Draft Motion papers and Appellate Briefs.- Bench trials.- Negotiate settlements.- Work independently and in teams to complete projects.*Minimum Qualifications:*- Juris Doctor degree. Licensed to practice law in the State of New Jersey.- Ability to stay organized and meet rigid deadlines.*Preferred Qualifications:*- 2-5 years of Workers Comp experience (Writing/Trials).- Courtroom experience.- Excellent interpersonal skills (i.e., active listening, negotiation, persuasion).- Excellent analytical skills (i.e., critical thinking, problem solving, decision making).- Well-developed written communication skills.KM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Salary is commensurate with experience.Job Type: Full-timeJob Type: Full-timeBenefits:* 401(k)* Dental insurance* Health insurance* Vision insuranceSchedule:* 8 hour shiftSupplemental pay types:* Bonus payExperience:* Workers Comp Law: 2 years (Required)License/Certification:* License to Practice Law in NJ (Required)Work Location: In personJob Type: Full-timePay: $72,500.00 - $95,000.00 per yearBenefits:* 401(k)* Dental insurance* Flexible spending account* Health insurance* Life insurance* Vision insuranceApplication Question(s):* Are you currently licensed to practice law in the state of NJ?Experience:* Workers' compensation law: 1 year (Required)Work Location: In person