Coverage Defense Litigation Associate (3+ Years)

Coverage Defense Litigation Associate (3 Years) – CT

Practice Area: Coverage Defense

About Us

At Gfeller Laurie LLP, our success is driven by our people. We are a collaborative, growth-oriented defense litigation firm known for delivering exceptional client service while fostering a supportive, engaging, and team-oriented environment. We take pride in developing our attorneys, investing in mentorship, and creating meaningful opportunities for advancement.

Our continued growth is creating opportunities for attorneys to expand their practice, take on increased responsibility, and play a meaningful role in the firm’s long-term success.

The Opportunity

We are seeking confident and ambitious associate attorneys with 3 years of coverage litigation experience for the firm’s West Hartford, Connecticut office. Successful candidates will assist in defending clients in a wide range of civil defense litigation matters from complex commercial disputes to personal injury claims. .

Our associate attorneys within this practice are highly valued contributors, responsible for day-to-day case management, reporting to clients, handling written discovery, attending depositions, court appearances, trial preparation and trials. Strong analytical, organizational, research and writing skills, as well as a genuine interest in developing sophisticated experience and skills in civil defense litigation contexts, are crucial. Associate attorneys will work closely with the firm’s civil litigation partners and therefore, successful candidates must be well-versed in all aspects of their state’s applicable practice rules and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of general civil defense matters from inception through resolution
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and discovery
• Take and defend depositions
• Attend court conferences, hearings, and mediations
• Collaborate with partners and clients to develop case strategy
• Maintain strong client communication and deliver high-quality legal work

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Admitted to practice in Connecticut
• 3 years of coverage litigation experience
• Strong writing, analytical, and advocacy skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Additional state bar admission(s) a plus (NY, NJ, MA, PA, or VT preferred)

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $140,000 , commensurate with experience and qualifications
• Bonus opportunities based on performance
• Comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Medical, dental and supplemental insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and firm holidays
• CLE and professional development support
• Bar dues reimbursement
• Cell phone stipend
• Firm-sponsored events, team-building activities, and more

Why Gfeller Laurie

• Meaningful, hands-on litigation experience from day one where Associates are provided early responsibility and direct involvement in case strategy
• Collaborative, collegial environment where people genuinely enjoy working together
• Direct access to partners and meaningful mentorship
• Clear and attainable paths for advancement within a growing firm
• Reasonable annual billable expectation, supporting both professional growth and work-life balance

Equal Opportunity Employer

Gfeller Laurie LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to maintaining a professional workplace free from discrimination and harassment.

Pay: From $140,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Please describe your experience managing cases from inception through resolution.
• Describe your experience handling depositions (taking and/or defending).
• Do you have experience appearing in court (conferences, motions, hearings)? Please describe.
• What has been your typical annual billable hour requirement?
• Are you currently admitted to practice law, if so what states are you actively admitted?

Experience:

• defense litigation associate: 4 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $140,000