Job Description
Project Overview
New Jersey‑licensed attorney to provide legal representation and file a federal or state civil rights action (42 U.S.C. §1983) against a New Jersey township for discriminatory conduct impacting a real estate development project. The plaintiff is a property‑owning titled company, and the matter involves municipal actions that have interfered with lawful development rights.
A subject‑matter‑experienced paralegal has already completed substantial background work, including factual organization, document review, and preliminary drafting. I now require a licensed NJ attorney to take the lead, refine the legal strategy, finalize filings, and represent the client.
Scope of Work
1. Case Review & Legal Strategy
- Review all prepared materials, factual summaries, and draft pleadings
- Assess federal vs. state filing strategy (District of NJ or NJ Superior Court)
- Identify constitutional violations, discriminatory actions, and applicable claims
2. Drafting & Filing the Complaint
- Finalize a litigation‑ready §1983 complaint
- Ensure compliance with:
- Federal Rules of Civil Procedure or NJ Court Rules
- District of New Jersey local rules (if federal)
- Pleading standards under Twombly / Iqbal
- Prepare all required supporting documents (civil cover sheet, summonses, certifications)
3. Representation
- File the action on behalf of the titled property‑owner company
- Communicate with opposing counsel and/or township representatives
- Advise on next steps, including motions, discovery, and potential settlement posture
Required Qualifications
- Active New Jersey law license (mandatory)
- Demonstrated experience with:
- Civil rights litigation (§1983)
- Municipal discrimination or land‑use related claims
- Federal or state court filings in New Jersey
- Ability to take over a case with existing paralegal groundwork
- Strong drafting skills and familiarity with constitutional and property‑rights issues
Preferred Experience
- Prior litigation against municipalities or government entities
- Knowledge of land‑use law, zoning disputes, or development‑related discrimination
- Experience representing LLCs or property‑holding companies
Deliverables
- Finalized and filed §1983 complaint (federal or state)
- All required supporting documents
- Attorney‑of‑record representation for the matter
- Strategic guidance on litigation posture and next steps
To Apply
Please include:
- Confirmation of your active NJ law license
- Summary of your civil rights and municipal litigation experience
- Examples of similar cases you have handled (general descriptions only)
- Your availability and proposed fee structure
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