Corporate Attorney Jobs in New Jersey

A Corporate Attorney, also known as a Corporate Lawyer, plays a crucial role in the legal industry. They protect corporations from legal disputes by handling the legal, contractual, and business aspects. They represent corporations in court, negotiate and draft contracts, handle legal documents, conduct legal research, and provide advice on legal rights and obligations. They also guide corporations on issues related to patents, property interests, contracts, government regulations, and employment law. Their work is instrumental in ensuring that businesses operate within the confines of the law.

Important skills for a Corporate Attorney include strong analytical skills, negotiation skills, interpersonal skills, and an in-depth understanding of corporate law. They should also have good problem-solving capabilities, excellent communication skills, and a high level of attention to detail. A law degree is mandatory, and passing the bar exam to become a licensed attorney is necessary. Additional certifications may include a Master of Law (LLM) in Corporate Law or Business Law. Prior to becoming a Corporate Attorney, one might have roles such as a Law Clerk, Associate Attorney, or Legal Counsel. These positions provide the necessary exposure and experience in the legal field.

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Attorney- Commercial Litigation

  • Newark, NJ
  • 15 hours ago
  • Newark, NJ
  • 15 hours ago

ATTORNEY- COMMERCIAL LITIGATION IN NEWARK Date Posted: Friday, April 25, 2025 ? Job Snapshot Employee Type: Permanent Location: New Jersey, Newark Date Posted: Friday, April 25, 2025 Job...

Attorney- Commercial Litigation

  • Atlantic City, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Atlantic City, NJ
  • 1 day ago

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Attorney to join our team. As an Attorney, you will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of legal matters, represent clients in various legal...

Attorney- Corporate Law

  • Haddonfield, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Haddonfield, NJ
  • 2 days ago

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Corporate Attorney to join our team....

Senior Corporate Counsel

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 3 days ago

. + Keeping up with legal developments around the world related to commercial contracting, privacy, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence....

Corporate Transactional Attorney

  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Corporate Associate: Mid -Senior Level Seeking a mid-level/senior corporate transactional associate to work with a dynamic Corporate practice group. This is an ideal opportunity for a candidate...

Senior Corporate Counsel, Mergers & Acquisitions

  • Secaucus, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Secaucus, NJ
  • 4 days ago

Overview Recognized by FORTUNE magazine as one of the Worlds Most Admired Companies, Quest Diagnostics ( www.QuestDiagnostics.com ) is the world's leading provider of diagnostic testing,...

Corporate Counsel, Contracts (CONTRACTOR)

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 7 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 7 days ago

contracts including data privacy Proficient with Word and have a working knowledge of Excel and Microsoft Access Excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to work effectively and efficiently...

Corporate Attorney

  • Ridgefield Park, NJ
  • 8 days ago
  • Ridgefield Park, NJ
  • 8 days ago

Attorney Top Skill Sets Required: 1....

Executive Director, Senior Commercial Counsel

  • Parsippany, NJ
  • 9 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ
  • 9 days ago

Primary Responsibilities Partner cross-functionally as the brand/product lawyer on the Promotional Review Committee (PRC), advising on advertising and promotion, disease state awareness, and other...

Associate Director, Commercial Counsel

  • Parsippany, NJ
  • 9 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ
  • 9 days ago

The Associate Director will report to the Director, Commercial Contracting and Trade Counsel.Primary Responsibilities Drafts, negotiates, and finalizes contracts, including consulting agreements, services...

Director, Corporate Counsel

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 10 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 10 days ago

This role offers the opportunity to provide legal advice in many different areas of corporate law, as well as direct legal support to several functional areas of our life sciences business, with an...

Director, Digital Health Corporate Counsel

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 10 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 10 days ago

About Otsuka Precision Health** Founded on Otsuka's rich history in delivering breakthrough innovations to solve complex problems for patients, Otsuka Precision Health (OPH) is the next step in...

Senior Corporate Counsel, Commercial Transactions (JR-0096034)

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 12 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 12 days ago

Transactions will be one of the GTM Customer Base attorneys supporting a highly valued and rapidly growing business function focused on renewal and expansion transactions for Workday's largest and...

Corporate Counsel - Network Property Management & Real Estate Transactions

  • Parsippany, NJ
  • 12 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ
  • 12 days ago

At T-Mobile, we invest in YOU! Our Total Rewards Package ensures that employees get the same big love we give our customers. All team members receive a competitive base salary and compensation...

Commercial Counsel (Florham Park, NJ)

  • Florham Park, NJ
  • 12 days ago
  • Florham Park, NJ
  • 12 days ago

Prior legal experience with commercial transactions involving sales, procurement and/or manufacturing is required....

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Salary for Corporate Attorney Jobs in New Jersey

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireLegal research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Corporate Attorneys in New Jersey offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
86.3%
Bachelor's Degree
6.0%
Master's Degree
5.7%
Associate's Degree
0.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
0.6%
High School or GED
0.5%
Some College
0.1%
Some High School
0.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Corporate Attorneys in New Jersey
2-4 years
50.8%
None
15.4%
10+ years
11.8%
Less than 1 year
5.9%
1-2 years
5.8%
6-8 years
5.4%
4-6 years
4.8%


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