Litigation Associate (Attorney)
$130,000–$165,000 year
On-siteBoston, Massachusetts, United States
Job Summary
Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery documents while managing a diverse caseload from initiation to conclusion. Prepare for and participate in depositions, hearings, and trials, taking and defending fact witness and expert depositions. Develop litigation strategies by collaborating with clients, experts, and colleagues across the firm, maintaining proactive communication with status updates and strategic guidance. Perform legal research and draft arguments for dispositive motions in Massachusetts state and federal courts. This role balances autonomy with collaboration within a collegial, hybrid work environment at a regional law firm specializing in medical malpractice defense.
Required Qualifications
- at least three years of civil litigation experience
- at least three years of litigation experience in both Massachusetts state and federal courts
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
- admission to the Massachusetts Bar
- at least five years of civil litigation experience in both Massachusetts state and federal courts
- self-starter
- strong advocacy skills
- proficiency in drafting and arguing dispositive motions
- ability to perform legal research
- attention to detail
- effective communication
Desired Qualifications
- Experience working on medical malpractice defense and/or long-term care facilities litigation
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