Associate Attorney; Civil Litigation

Position: Associate Attorney (Civil Litigation)
A leading Northeast litigation law firm is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Boston civil litigation team. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to gain hands-on litigation experience while working across a broad range of practice areas, including general liability and premises liability defense, medical malpractice and long-term care defense, products liability, professional liability, commercial and business litigation, construction, trucking and vehicular liability, and employment matters.

This role is well-suited for attorneys with at least one year of civil litigation experience who are eager to take on complex legal challenges, develop courtroom skills, and grow within a collaborative and supportive firm environment while enjoying the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement.

Responsibilities

• Manage civil litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and legal memoranda.
• Prepare for and attend depositions, hearings, and trials in Massachusetts state and federal courts.
• Conduct legal research and assist in developing litigation strategies.
• Take and defend fact witness and expert depositions.
• Collaborate with partners, senior attorneys, clients, and experts on case strategy.
• Maintain regular communication with clients regarding case status and developments.
• Ensure compliance with deadlines and maintain high standards of advocacy.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active Massachusetts Bar admission in good standing.
• At least 1 year of civil litigation experience.
• Experience practicing in Massachusetts state and federal courts.
• Strong advocacy skills, including drafting and arguing dispositive motions.
• Proficiency in legal research, discovery, and deposition practice.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Position Highlights

• Exposure to a wide range of civil litigation practice areas.
• Meaningful hands-on litigation and courtroom experience.
• Mentorship from AV-rated attorneys and senior litigators.
• Hybrid work model supporting work-life balance.
• Associate education and ongoing professional development programs.
• Opportunity to grow within one of the Northeast's premier litigation law firms.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Comprehensive benefits, including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • Life insurance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Flexible paid time off
  • Mobile phone reimbursement
  • Associate education program