Associate Attorney - Litigation

Litigation Practice Area AssociateBowditch is seeking an experienced associate for our Litigation Practice Area. The associate assists and supports the assigning attorney(s) in the practice in all phases of litigation from inception through discovery and trial. This position may reside in our Boston, Southborough or Worcester office. The role offers a hybrid schedule with a minimum of three in office days. This is a full-time position.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesDrafting of pleadings, motions, briefs, and correspondence with a high degree of accuracyAssisting in all phases of litigation including arguing and defending motions, taking and defending depositions and participating in mediations, arbitrations and trialsPreparing, reviewing and analyzing voluminous discovery productions and identifying key documents for the caseHandling court appearances, depositions, and mediationsCommunicating with clients, analyzing client needs, providing sound legal advice, defense plans and status updatesEvaluating, synthesizing and researching case law, statutes, regulations and documents impacting the firm's clientsProviding status updates to the assigning attorney(s)Assisting in all aspects of trial preparationManaging a litigation caseload, working cases from intake to conclusionHelping with the training and development of more junior associates, paralegals and staff including providing supervision and guidance on client matters where appropriateQualifications and RequirementsFive (5) – ten (10) years of experience in a commercial litigation practice areaMust have a strong academic background with a Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited law schoolLicensed to practice law in the state of Massachusetts (Member of the Massachusetts Bar) (Multiple state Bar admissions are a plus)Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skillsAttention to detail and strong proofreading skillsTime management and multitasking abilitiesStrong research, writing, and verbal communication skillsAbility to work in a fast-paced environmentBenefitsComprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time offOpportunities for professional development and advancement within the firmA supportive and collaborative work environment with a team of dedicated professionalsThe anticipated pay range for this role is listed below and represents a reasonable estimate of the starting salary range. The actual offered rate for this position will be determined based on job-related factors including experience, geographic location, external market data and our internal market.Base compensation of $150,000 - $190,000; bonus eligible per our associate bonus policy. Dedicated to Diversity: Bowditch & Dewey focuses on inclusive hiring of those candidates having excellent skills with a broad range of experiences, knowledge, and perspectives. Diversity within the Firm promotes an open and mutually respectful workplace and the delivery of superior service to its clients.