Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm in Boston, MA is seeking a dedicated Litigation Associate Attorney with 2-5 years of experience to join their esteemed Litigation Department. The role offers the opportunity to handle complex litigation matters while maintaining high standards of professionalism and client service.

Duties:

• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, pleadings, motions, and briefs for federal and state court proceedings.
• Manage discovery processes, including drafting responses, requests, and handling disputes in complex litigation matters.
• Collaborate professionally with clients and team members within the firm's Litigation Department.
• Demonstrate proficiency in understanding federal and state court rules and practices.
• Continuously research and acquire knowledge of new substantive legal topics as they arise in cases.
• Maintain superior time management and organizational skills to effectively handle multiple cases simultaneously.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree and licensed to practice law in Massachusetts, in good standing.
• 2-5 years of relevant experience in litigation, preferably in a law firm setting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and independently when necessary.
• Proficiency in legal research and drafting legal documents.
• Familiarity with complex litigation processes, including discovery management.
• High ethical standards and a commitment to professionalism.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Massachusetts State Bar, in good standing.

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work professionally with clients and colleagues.
• Proficiency in legal research and drafting memoranda and briefs.
• Strong understanding of federal and state court rules and practices.
• Superior time management and organizational skills.

Benefits: The firm offers competitive salaries based on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, employee referral program, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and a 401k plan with company match.

This medium-sized firm is best known for a few of its trial lawyers, as opposed to just litigation attorneys. While this firm offers solid, full-service practice areas for a diverse clientele, the bread and butter is civil and criminal trial work. Well known among the defense bar, these attorneys offer consistent mentoring and training in a fast-paced environment. The firm has a tradition of hiring laterals who have trained at other firms. It has offices in several other New England locations.