Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A respected law firm is seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney to join its Hartford, CT office. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an attorney to gain hands-on experience in civil litigation and courtroom exposure. The ideal candidate will work closely with senior attorneys, handling various stages of litigation and developing valuable legal skills.

Location:

• Hartford, CT

Duties:

• Assist in all stages of civil litigation, including pre-trial preparation, hearings, and trials.
• Draft legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support case strategies.
• Participate in court proceedings and represent clients during hearings and trials.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys to develop case strategies and manage client communications.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel effectively.

Requirements:

• Strong writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Clerkship experience (preferred).
• Licensed to practice law in Connecticut.
• New York or Rhode Island Bar admission (a plus).

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active Connecticut Bar license.
• New York or Rhode Island Bar license (preferred but not required).

Skills:

• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Strong courtroom and oral advocacy abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced legal environment.
• Strong interpersonal and client communication skills.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with matching contributions.
• Generous paid time off (PTO).
• Corporate discounts and gym membership.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and commuter benefits.

This firm has offices located in Boston, Portland, Providence, Montpelier, White Plains, Hartford, Manchester, Worcester, and Norwalk. This firm has been recognized as one of the most experienced, persistent, and reliable law firms in the region. This firm has more than 25 years of experience in business litigation. The attorneys of this firm have experience representing clients in some of the most high exposure and complex litigation. They are aggressive and persistent in order to ensure that each client is satisfied.