What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Associate Attorney position at Brennan Scungio & Kresge LLP?
Company Description Brennan Scungio & Kresge LLP is a Providence-based law firm. The firm is known for delivering prompt, cost-effective legal services grounded in sound judgment and practical advice. Attorneys provide clients with personal attention and tailored strategies that consider the broader business and personal context of each matter. Clients benefit from a collaborative team with diverse practice strengths, offering common-sense solutions to a wide range of legal needs.
Role Description The Senior Associate Attorney will work full time on-site in Providence, RI, handling a varied caseload with a focus on labor and employment matters and general business law. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting legal research, drafting and reviewing pleadings, contracts, policies, and advisory memoranda, and preparing documents for negotiations, hearings, and mediations. The role involves providing practical legal advice to clients, managing client communications, and coordinating with partners and colleagues to develop strategies and solutions. The Senior Associate Attorney will represent clients in administrative proceedings and court, participate in settlement discussions, and contribute to business development and firm initiatives.
Qualifications
- Strong foundation in Law, with experience handling complex matters and providing clear, practical Legal Advice to clients.
- Substantive experience in Labor and Employment Law, including counseling, compliance, and dispute resolution.
- Proficiency in legal Research, including case law, statutes, regulations, and agency guidance, with the ability to synthesize findings into actionable recommendations.
- Demonstrated Negotiation skills in settlement discussions, contract negotiations, and client advocacy.
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active license to practice law; admission to the Rhode Island bar or eligibility for prompt admission preferred.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, including drafting clear legal documents and interacting effectively with clients, courts, and agencies.
- Ability to manage multiple matters, prioritize deadlines, and work collaboratively within a team-oriented environment.
- Prior law firm experience, particularly in labor and employment or related practice areas, strongly preferred.