Mid to Senior Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm is seeking a Mid to Senior Litigation Associate Attorney for their Stamford office. The candidate will take on substantive and client-facing assignments, gaining invaluable experience and professional growth opportunities in a collaborative environment. They should have experience litigating in both state and federal court, collaborating with partners and clients to develop litigation strategies, and handling the nuts-and-bolts of litigation.

Duties:

• Collaborate with partners and clients to develop litigation strategies.
• Conduct discovery including depositions, document review, and expert witness preparation.
• Draft motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Manage e-discovery processes and navigate discovery disputes.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Conduct fact and expert discovery.
• Handle court appearances and argue motions.
• Manage multiple cases and prioritize tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Work independently and as part of a team.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in general commercial litigation.
• J.D. from an accredited law school with top academic credentials.
• Admission to the Connecticut State Bar (or ability to waive in).
• Barred in the state of their resident office.

Skills:

• Strong analytical abilities.
• Excellent client-relations skills.
• Excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.

Education:

J.D. from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

Admission to the Connecticut State Bar.

Benefits:

• Health benefits.
• Life insurance and disability income protection.
• Paid parental leave.
• Retirement savings and planning.
• College coaching.
• Child and elder care offerings, and more.

Ranked as one of the Best Law Firm for Firm Culture and for Associate/Partner Relations, associates regard this firm as having a good work/life balance with down to earth and respectful people. Associates have great opportunities to work on complex matters in a friendly atmosphere with good long-term prospects. Additionally, the attorneys take seriously their professional and moral duty to assist the underrepresented. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.