Lateral Partner

A law firm seeks accomplished lateral partners to join its Hartford, CT office. This opportunity offers a collaborative platform to enhance your practice within a dynamic and diverse legal environment. The firm is dedicated to fostering innovation, inclusivity, and professional growth while delivering exceptional legal services to its clients.

Duties

• Lead and oversee complex legal matters within your area of specialization, ensuring exceptional client service.
• Build and maintain robust client relationships to enhance client satisfaction and loyalty.
• Contribute to the firm's growth through business development and strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate with attorneys across multiple disciplines to deliver comprehensive legal solutions.
• Mentor junior attorneys and associates, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
• Stay informed about developments in your field of law to ensure cutting-edge advice and representation.

Requirements

• Extensive experience as a partner or senior-level attorney, with a strong record of achievement in your legal practice area.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain a substantial book of business.
• Proven leadership skills, with a commitment to collaboration and team success.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.
• Active bar membership in CT or eligibility for admission to the CT Bar.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the CT Bar or eligibility to practice law in CT.

Skills

• Expertise in your chosen legal specialty, focusing on delivering tailored solutions to clients.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain trusted client relationships.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities to address complex legal challenges.
• Ability to thrive in a hybrid work environment with flexibility and collaboration.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the legal profession.

Benefits

• Hybrid work model offering flexibility between in-office and remote work.
• Supportive and inclusive work environment promoting collaboration and innovation.
• Opportunities for professional development, business growth, and leadership within the firm.

This position is ideal for experienced legal professionals seeking to take their practice to the next level while benefiting from the resources and reputation of an established firm.

This large, full-service firm is very women-oriented, and it has created many benefits to appeal particularly to women, including flexible work arrangements and 12-week paid maternity leave. Many of the firms attorneys are active in many community, professional and civic matters. Associates receive in-house training in a variety of areas and early client contact and hands-on experience. There is a business casual dress code, but associates are expected to keep professional clothing at the office in case of short notice meetings. All associates are expected to spend at least 50 hours annually on pro bono, and this is part of their billable hour expectation of 1800.