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Open Positions

All positions are for our Madison office unless otherwise stated.

To apply to any position, please forward all resumes to:

Adriana Caronia

Recruiting Manager

Riker Danzig LLP
7 Giralda Farms, Suite 250
Madison, NJ 07940-1051

direct: 973-451-8320 fax: 973-451-8665 ilorenzo@riker.com

All candidates must possess strong academic credentials and demonstrable writing skills.

Attorney

Commercial Litigation

Riker Danzig is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to join our Commercial Litigation practice, with a concentration in construction litigation.

Qualifications:
- 4–8 years of commercial litigation experience, with demonstrated experience in construction litigation
- Admission to the New Jersey Bar is required
- Admission to the New York and/or Pennsylvania Bar is a plus
- Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
- Ability to manage matters independently while working collaboratively with attorneys and staff

Compensation:
The anticipated salary range for this role is $154,000 – $185,000, depending on the position and level of experience. Actual compensation may vary based on several factors, including, but not limited to, the applicant’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, level of education, and any certifications or professional licenses held.

Benefits:
Riker Danzig offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including:
- Discretionary bonuses
- Life, health, accident, and disability insurance
- Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 401(k) retirement plan

We invite you to learn more about the Firm at www.riker.com. In addition to offering competitive benefits and a collaborative work environment, Riker Danzig is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that provides professional growth opportunities for attorneys and staff at every level.

Real Estate

Riker Danzig is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney with 4–7 years of real estate law experience to support our broad-based Real Estate practice and diverse client base. The ideal candidate will have significant leasing experience and the ability to handle a wide range of sophisticated real estate matters.

Riker Danzig’s Real Estate practice spans the full breadth of the industry—from representing landlords, purchasers, and developers in strong market conditions to advising distressed tenants and financial institutions on workouts and restructuring matters in challenging markets.

Qualifications:
-4–7 years of real estate law experience
-Significant leasing experience is required
-Admission to the New Jersey Bar is required
-Admission to the New York Bar is a plus
-Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
-Ability to manage matters independently while working collaboratively with attorneys and clients

Compensation:
The anticipated salary range for this role is $154,000 – $180,000. Actual compensation may vary based on several factors, including, but not limited to, the applicant’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, level of education, and any certifications or professional licenses held.

Benefits:
Riker Danzig offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including:
- Discretionary bonuses
- Life, health, accident, and disability insurance
- Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 401(k) retirement plan

We invite you to learn more about the Firm at www.riker.com. In addition to offering competitive benefits and a collaborative work environment, Riker Danzig is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that provides professional growth opportunities for attorneys and staff at every level.

Insurance Litigation

Riker Danzig is seeking an Associate Attorney with 3+ years of experience to join our Insurance team. The ideal candidate will have a strong litigation background, with insurance coverage experience considered a plus.

Qualifications:
- 3+ years of relevant legal experience
- Insurance coverage experience is a plus
- Admission to the New Jersey Bar is required
- Admission to the New York Bar is a plus
- Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with attorneys and staff

Compensation:
The anticipated salary for this role starts at $154,000, depending on the position and level of experience. Actual compensation may vary based on several factors, including, but not limited to, the applicant’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, level of education, and any certifications or professional licenses held.

Benefits:
Riker Danzig offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including:
- Discretionary bonuses
- Life, health, accident, and disability insurance
- Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 401(k) retirement plan

We invite you to learn more about the Firm at www.riker.com. In addition to offering competitive benefits and a collaborative work environment, Riker Danzig is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that provides professional growth opportunities for attorneys and staff at every level.

Commercial Litigation

Riker Danzig is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to join its Complex Commercial Litigation practice. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in sophisticated commercial and financial services litigation, including class action and real estate matters.

Qualifications:
- 4–8 years of experience in complex commercial and financial services litigation
- Experience handling class action lawsuits and real estate litigation
- Experience with title insurance matters is a plus
- Admission to the New Jersey Bar is required
- Admission to the New York and/or Pennsylvania Bar is a plus
- Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills
- Ability to manage complex matters independently while working collaboratively

Compensation:
The anticipated salary range for this role is $154,000 – $185,000, depending on the position and level of experience. Actual compensation may vary based on several factors, including, but not limited to, the applicant’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, level of education, and any certifications or professional licenses held.

Benefits:
Riker Danzig offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including:
- Discretionary bonuses
- Life, health, accident, and disability insurance
- Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 401(k) retirement plan

We invite you to learn more about the Firm at www.riker.com. In addition to offering competitive benefits and a collaborative work environment, Riker Danzig is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that provides professional growth opportunities for attorneys and staff at every level.

Employment Law

Riker Danzig is seeking an Associate Attorney with 3–5 years of employment law experience to join its Employment Law practice. The ideal candidate will have experience both counseling employers on a wide range of employment-related issues and representing employers in litigation.

Qualifications:
-3–5 years of employment law experience
-Experience advising employers on day-to-day employment matters, including compliance and risk management
-Experience representing employers in employment-related litigation
-Admission to the New Jersey Bar is required
-Admission to the New York Bar is a plus
-Strong legal research, writing, and advocacy skills
-Ability to manage matters independently while collaborating with attorneys and clients

Compensation:
The anticipated salary range for this role is $154,000 – $165,000. Actual compensation may vary based on several factors, including, but not limited to, the applicant’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, level of education, and any certifications or professional licenses held.

Benefits:
Riker Danzig offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including:
- Discretionary bonuses
- Life, health, accident, and disability insurance
- Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 401(k) retirement plan

We invite you to learn more about the Firm at www.riker.com. In addition to offering competitive benefits and a collaborative work environment, Riker Danzig is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that provides professional growth opportunities for attorneys and staff at every level.

Staff

Family Law Paralegal

Riker Danzig is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Family Law Paralegal to join our Family Law team. The ideal candidate will provide essential support to attorneys in all aspects of family law matters, including divorce, custody, support, adoption, and domestic violence cases. This role requires strong organizational skills, excellent communication, and the ability to handle sensitive matters with professionalism and discretion.

Key Responsibilities:
-Draft, review, and prepare legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, settlement agreements, and correspondence
-Assist with case management, including calendaring deadlines, maintaining case files, and tracking court dates
-Conduct legal research; gather, analyze, and summarize information for attorney review
-Prepare trial binders, exhibits, and witness lists; assist attorneys during hearings, trials, and mediations
-Communicate professionally and timely with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and court personnel
-Manage document production and organize financial records, medical records, and other evidence related to family law matters
-Assist in the preparation of child support and spousal support calculations
-Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive client information at all times

Qualifications:
-Minimum of 5+ years of experience as a family law paralegal
-Paralegal certificate or degree required; bachelor’s degree preferred
-Thorough knowledge of family law procedures, court rules, and filing requirements
-Proficiency in legal software (e.g., Clio, ProLaw, or similar), Microsoft Office Suite, and e-filing systems
-Strong written and verbal communication skills
-Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
-Compassionate, professional demeanor when working with clients in difficult or emotional circumstances

Compensation:
The anticipated salary range for this role is $65,000 – $70,000. Actual compensation may vary based on several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, level of education, and any certifications or professional licenses held.

Benefits:
Riker Danzig offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including:
- Discretionary bonuses
- Life, health, accident, and disability insurance
- Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 401(k) retirement plan

We invite you to learn more about the Firm at www.riker.com. In addition to offering competitive benefits and a collaborative work environment, Riker Danzig is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that provides professional growth opportunities for attorneys and staff at every level.

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