Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A prominent law firm is seeking a Litigation Associate to join its Providence, RI office. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an attorney to gain hands-on courtroom experience and work closely with experienced attorneys on civil litigation cases. The role involves managing various stages of litigation, providing an excellent foundation for career growth in civil litigation.

Location:

• Providence, RI

Duties:

• Assist in litigating civil lawsuits, from pre-trial stages through to trial.
• Work closely with senior attorneys to develop case strategies and conduct legal research.
• Draft legal documents including pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Participate in court hearings and trials, as well as settlement negotiations.
• Communicate with clients and other legal professionals to provide updates and case developments.
• Analyze and review case files to determine appropriate legal strategies.

Requirements:

• Strong academic background.
• Excellent writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Clerkship experience (preferred).
• Rhode Island Bar admission (Massachusetts Bar admission is a plus).

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in Rhode Island.
• Massachusetts Bar license (preferred).

Skills:

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

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with matching.
• Paid parental leave.
• Generous paid time off (PTO).
• Wellness benefits, corporate discounts, and commuter plans.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA).
• Volunteer opportunities.

This law firm has over two decades of experience in complex and high stakes litigation cases. Their areas of service include business litigation, employment law, insurance, mediation, subrogation, consulting, workers' compensation, environmental law, consulting, and motor vehicle law. Their offices are located in Massachusetts, Connecticut, New Hampshire, New York, Rhode Island, and Maine.