Associate Attorney for Commercial Litigation

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney with five to ten years of experience in commercial litigation to join their team in Boston, MA. The role requires a hybrid work arrangement with a minimum of three days in the office.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and correspondence with accuracy.
• Assist in all phases of litigation, including arguing and defending motions, taking and defending depositions, and participating in mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
• Prepare, review, and analyze discovery productions to identify key documents.
• Handle court appearances, depositions, and mediations.
• Communicate with clients to provide legal advice, defense plans, and status updates.
• Evaluate and research case law, statutes, regulations, and documents impacting clients.
• Provide status updates to the assigning attorney or attorneys.
• Assist in all aspects of trial preparation.
• Manage a litigation caseload from intake to conclusion.
• Help train and develop junior associates, paralegals, and staff.

Requirements

• Five to ten years of experience in commercial litigation.
• Strong academic background with a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in Massachusetts and a member of the Massachusetts Bar.
• Multiple state bar admissions are a plus.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and proofreading skills.
• Strong time management and multitasking abilities.
• Strong research, writing, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Education

• Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Massachusetts.

Skills

• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Proficient in legal research and writing.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance.
• Retirement plans.
• Paid time off.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
225 Franklin Street, 26th floor
Boston
Massachusetts
United States 02110
Phone : (857) 277-7381
Fax : (213) 895-7306