Junior Associate needed for Stamford office

Job Overview:
A growing litigation firm is seeking a Junior Associate Attorney with 0–2 years of experience to join its Stamford, CT office. This is an excellent opportunity for a new or early-career attorney to gain hands-on litigation experience across several practice areas including professional liability, casualty coverage, employment, and securities. The firm offers hybrid flexibility and robust training in a collaborative environment. This search is being conducted on behalf of the law firm by a legal recruiting agency.

Location:

• Stamford, Connecticut

Duties:

• Represent clients in various litigation matters

• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, discovery, motions, and client correspondence

• Participate in depositions, court hearings, mediations, and trials

• Develop and evaluate legal strategies and case arguments

• Communicate with clients and manage case updates

• Record billable time accurately in accordance with client and firm guidelines

Requirements:

• 0–2 years of litigation or relevant legal experience

• Admission to the Connecticut Bar (required)

• Ability to handle multiple cases and meet deadlines efficiently

• Strong writing and research capabilities

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school

Certifications:

• Active member of the Connecticut Bar

Skills:

• Excellent written and oral communication

• Strong legal research, analysis, and issue-spotting ability

• Detail-oriented and organized

• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively

• Proficiency in case strategy development and client communication

Benefits:

• 401(k) with matching

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Life insurance

• Paid time off (PTO)

• Hybrid work schedule

This firm has expanded to nearly ten offices in their just over twenty two years of existence. The more than sixty attorneys spread throughout the many offices, these skilled lawyers practice in areas including Cyber Law, Benefits and Compensation, Surety, Bonds and Crime Policies and more.