Associate Attorney needed for Chelmsford office

A law firm in Chelmsford, MA, is seeking an Associate Attorney with 4-10 years of experience to join their team. The candidate will be responsible for preparing for and attending court proceedings, conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, and maintaining case files. Strong organizational, research, writing, and advocacy skills are essential for this role.

Duties:

• Prepare for and attend court proceedings, trials, hearings, and mediations in Massachusetts and New Hampshire.
• Perform legal research using Lexis-Nexis or similar platforms.
• Draft a variety of legal documents, including notices, pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
• Conduct discovery, including interrogatories, requests for production, and depositions.
• Maintain case files and adhere to court requirements.
• Communicate directly with clients and handle client inquiries.
• Assume responsibility for managing and prioritizing their own case list.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Bar in Massachusetts and New Hampshire is preferred.
• Minimum of 4-10 years of legal experience.
• Strong organizational and personal skills.
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal advocacy skills.
• Ability to work independently and handle a high volume of cases.

Education:

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

Certifications:

Admission to the Bar in Massachusetts and New Hampshire is preferred.

Skills:

• Proficiency in conducting legal research using Lexis-Nexis or similar platforms.
• Strong drafting skills for preparing legal documents.
• Ability to conduct effective discovery processes.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for client interaction and advocacy.
• Capacity to work efficiently and independently in a fast-paced environment.

The law firm specializes in personal injury and business litigation. It deals with partnership and shareholder disputes, breach of contract claims and other business litigation; Personal injury, including car accidents, worksite accidents, medical malpractice, dog bites, slip-and-fall injuries, and more; divorce, child custody disputes, marital property division and other family law cases; and Trademark and/or copyright infringement. The firm is located in Chelmsford, Massachusetts.