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The New Jersey Lawyers’ Fund for Client Protection (the “Fund”) is a Committee of the Supreme Court of New Jersey which exists to return client trust monies that have been stolen by disciplined or deceased New Jersey attorneys. The Fund seeks an experienced attorney who is highly organized and detail oriented with excellent legal writing, analytical and communication skills to serve as Deputy Counsel. This position is responsible for the Fund’s collection practice, securing recovery from respondents indebted to the Fund as well as collateral sources, monitoring and enforcing repayment, and initiating and litigating to conclusion actions in State and Federal courts, including bankruptcy, in order to secure repayment to the Fund. The Fund’s Deputy Counsel also serves as Secretary to the Fund’s Board of Trustees and is primarily responsible for updating the Fund’s Code of Policy as well as maintaining records of Board meetings and determinations. The Deputy Counsel is a key member of the Fund’s legal department team, working under the direction of the deputy director and in coordination with the Fund’s Director, senior counsel, investigator, paralegals and other staff to maximize recovery and ensure the accuracy of Trustee records. Remote Work: The Judiciary currently offers a hybrid work schedule and this position may qualify for up to 2 days of work outside of Judiciary buildings. To participate in this program, you will be required to have high speed home internet access. Example of Duties: * Represent the Fund in Superior Court and Bankruptcy Court proceedings, preparing all necessary pleadings * Work with the Fund’s investigator and paralegal staff to identify assets and execute as appropriate to secure repayment to the Fund * Conduct negotiations and propose repayment plans to the Fund’s Trustees based upon the financial condition of respondents to maximize Fund recoveries * Monitor respondent status, maintaining compliance with payment plans, tracking respondent location, employment and assets to increase Fund recoveries * Direct the Fund’s participation in the Comprehensive Enforcement Program to secure respondent repayment plans * Compile Trustee meeting minutes, determination lists and other proceeding records * Analyze claims for precedential value and update the Fund’s Code of Policy as needed * Prepare banking reconciliations for the Fund’s checking and emergent accounts in conjunction with the Fund’s accountant * Monitor status of filed no-discipline claims and recommend conversion or dismissal of claims as needed Salary range is $73,838.98 - $109,322.18. For newly hired individuals, the starting salary will normally be at the minimum of the salary range. Job Requirements: Graduation from an American Bar Association-approved law school and one year of experience in legal research and analyzing and evaluating legal documents, rules, regulations and/or legislation. Substitution: One year of experience as a Judicial Law Clerk may be substituted for one year of the required experience. License: Attorney-at-Law with a plenary license in the State of New Jersey and having Supreme Court Good Standing Status of Active. Residency Law: Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L. 2011, Chapter 70), also known as the “New Jersey First Act,” all persons newly hired by the Judiciary must establish, and then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey. Authorization to Work: US citizenship is not required. Selected candidate must be authorized to work in the US according to Department of Homeland Security, US Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations. Special Note: Newly hired employees must agree to a thorough background check that will include fingerprinting. All data received will be kept in strict confidence except to inform the individual of the findings and what action will be taken as a result of this information. To Apply: Applicants can apply online by October 17, 2023 at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/njjudiciary/jobs/4200847/attorney... For additional information please visit www.njcourts.gov and reference Job # 2023-08632, Attorney 1. The Judiciary of New Jersey is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Ensuring an Open Door to Justice.