What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mid-Level Commercial Litigation Associate - Boston, MA position at Fox Rothschild?
Description: Fox Rothschild has an opening in the Boston, MA office for a Commercial Litigation Associate with three to five years of experience. The ideal candidate will have experience in all aspects of general commercial litigation with a well-rounded skill set and eagerness to develop professionally. We are not currently accepting resumes from search firms for this position.
Qualifications: Must have a Juris Doctor (JD) and be licensed to practice in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Fox Rothschild is under no obligation to provide sponsorship for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis now and in the future.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not a contractor employment agreement and is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all functions, responsibilities, or requirements the employee may be required to perform, and the employee may be required to perform additional duties. Additionally, management reserves the right to review and revise the job description at any time. Employment with the firm is at-will. Employees must be able to satisfactorily perform all of the essential functions of the position with or without a reasonable accommodation. If an accommodation request would cause an undue hardship or a safety concern, the individual may not be eligible for the position.
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Qualifications: Must have a Juris Doctor (JD) and be licensed to practice in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Strong research, writing skills, and academic record.
- Experience in all aspects of general commercial litigation.
- Experience practicing in both state and federal courts.
- Experience drafting and responding to initial pleadings and discovery.
- Experience drafting and arguing motions, and deposition experience.
- Experience advising clients on risk management strategies.
- Large law firm experience strongly preferred.
- This job operates in a clerical, office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment including, but not limited to computers, telephones, printers, and copiers.
- Sedentary work: Exertion of physical strength to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects up to 10 pounds. Work involves sitting most of the time. Walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties.
- For information on Fox Rothschild's compensation and benefits visit: Compensation & Benefits (foxrothschild.com).
Fox Rothschild is under no obligation to provide sponsorship for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis now and in the future.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not a contractor employment agreement and is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all functions, responsibilities, or requirements the employee may be required to perform, and the employee may be required to perform additional duties. Additionally, management reserves the right to review and revise the job description at any time. Employment with the firm is at-will. Employees must be able to satisfactorily perform all of the essential functions of the position with or without a reasonable accommodation. If an accommodation request would cause an undue hardship or a safety concern, the individual may not be eligible for the position.
Equal Opportunity Employer - vets, disability