Associate

Title

Associate Attorney

Summary

Seeking a junior associate attorney with 1-3 years of litigation experience to support defense litigation matters, with strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills. Experience in insurance defense, professional liability, product liability, or appellate work is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with all phases of defense litigation, including discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation.
• Draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and legal memorandum.
• Conduct legal research and prepare comprehensive reports and legal analyses.
• Participate in court conferences, depositions, and hearings as appropriate.
• Manage deadlines and ensure compliance with client guidelines.
• Maintain accurate time records and billing entries.
  
  

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of litigation experience, preferably in a law firm setting.
• Admission to practice in Connecticut required; additional bar admissions in New York, New Jersey, or Pennsylvania are a plus.
• Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills, professionalism, and a demonstrated work ethic.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and consistently meet deadlines.
• Federal court or appellate experience is a plus but not required.
  
  

About The Firm

The firm embraces an innovative legal services model focused on exceptional client service, innovative technology, creativity, efficiency, and delivering unparalleled value. Its approach emphasizes teamwork, continuous process improvement, alternative service models, and the use of cutting-edge technology. The firm values a diverse workforce with varied socioeconomic, cultural, geographic, and educational backgrounds, believing that diverse perspectives strengthen its practice.

Values

• Put people first and communicate openly.
• Share goals, success, and accountability, avoiding individual agendas.
• Treat everyone with respect and humility.
• Maximize opportunities, embrace change, and maintain a positive, solution-oriented approach.
• Encourage creativity, growth, individuality, and a strong sense of community.
• Foster collaboration and shared responsibility.
  
  

Professional Growth & Career Development

The firm prioritizes professional development through ongoing learning opportunities, mentorship, and a culture that supports individual career goals. Associates are encouraged to deepen their expertise, expand their skill sets, and take on new responsibilities. The firm invests in training the next generation of trial lawyers and provides development opportunities to help employees grow professionally while contributing to client and firm success.

Compensation And Benefits

• Compensation commensurate with experience and skill set.
• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous vested employer match.
• Flexible work options.
• Paid time off.
  
  

Junior associate attorney opportunity focused on defense litigation, legal research and writing, courtroom exposure, and professional development, with Connecticut bar admission required and 1-3 years of litigation experience preferred.