Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm in Boston, MA, is seeking a talented and dedicated Litigation Associate Attorney. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of civil litigation experience, superior academic credentials, and excellent writing and communication skills. Judicial clerkship experience is preferred but not required. This role involves representing clients in a variety of civil litigation matters, conducting thorough legal research, drafting legal documents, and collaborating with colleagues to develop effective legal strategies.

Duties:

• Represent clients in a wide range of civil litigation matters in state and federal courts.
• Conduct comprehensive legal research and analysis on complex legal issues.
• Draft, review, and revise pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Prepare for and attend court appearances, hearings, depositions, and trials.
• Develop and implement effective litigation strategies tailored to clients' needs.
• Communicate regularly with clients, providing them with updates and legal advice.
• Collaborate with other attorneys and legal staff to ensure comprehensive case management.
• Participate in settlement negotiations and mediations.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and ethical standards in all interactions.
• Stay current with developments in civil litigation and relevant case law.

Requirements:

• 2-4 years of experience in civil litigation.
• Superior academic credentials from an accredited law school.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Judicial clerkship experience is preferred but not required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and tasks simultaneously.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and software.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to maintaining the highest ethical standards and professionalism.

Education:

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school with superior academic credentials.

Certifications:

Licensed to practice law in the state of Massachusetts.

Skills:

• Exceptional legal research and writing skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Effective time management and project management skills.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational abilities.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build client relationships.
• Proficiency in using legal research databases and other relevant software.

Benefits Offered:

• Comprehensive medical insurance
• Voluntary vision and dental insurance
• Voluntary life insurance
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan

The one-hundred and fifty year old legal practice is headquartered in Massachusetts. There are seven core areas of practice. The law firm employs thirty-six knowledgeable attorneys. A few of their practice disciplines consist of family business, business law, litigation-dispute resolution and tax planning-reporting. The law practice endorses community service participation and pro-bono work.