Associate Attorney - Civil Litigation

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney in Hartford, CT, specializing in civil litigation. The role involves handling complex cases in areas such as insurance defense, professional liability, construction, employment, medical malpractice defense, and long-term care. This position offers the flexibility of a hybrid work environment, allowing for a balance between professional and personal commitments.

Duties

• Manage caseload from inception to conclusion.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery requests.
• Prepare for and attend depositions, hearings, and trials.
• Engage with clients, experts, and attorneys to develop litigation strategies.
• Conduct legal research and write memoranda.
• Communicate regularly with clients through updates and reports.

Requirements

• 3 to 8 years of litigation experience, preferably in insurance defense.
• Proficiency in drafting and arguing dispositive motions.
• Strong legal research and discovery response skills.
• Effective advocacy skills for mediations, arbitrations, trials, and hearings.
• Attention to detail and prioritization skills.
• Excellent communication abilities.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admission to the Connecticut State Bar or adequate UBE score for jurisdiction admission.

Skills

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proficient in legal research and writing.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Life insurance.
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts.
• Flexible paid time off.
• Mobile phone reimbursement.
• Associate education program.

Ten law offices are based across the Northeast with a location in London as well. A fairly large group of knowledgeable attorneys comprise their legal practice. There are three core areas of practice. The firm has sixty years of professional law experience. Practice disciplines consist of litigation, transactional and business-industry. They're a member of ALFA International.