Litigation Associate

Hassett | Donnelly is seeking a litigation associate with 2-7 years of experience for its Hartford office. The candidate must be admitted to practice law in Connecticut. This is an excellent opportunity for an associate to gain valuable courtroom and deposition experience and handle a varied caseload including construction losses, liquor liability, premises liability, trucking accidents and product liability matters.

*Responsibilities*

* Gain valuable courtroom and deposition experience.
* Handle a varied caseload including construction losses, liquor liability, premises liability, trucking accidents and product liability matters.
* Participate in trials and prepare for them.
* Take depositions and work with experts.
* Attend site inspections.
* Draft and argue motions.
* Receive ongoing skills training and shadowing opportunities.
* Engage in real-time coaching on client communication, discovery, motion practice, and courtroom advocacy.

*Qualifications*

* Admitted to practice law in Connecticut.
* Possess strong academic credentials.

*Required Skills*

* Admitted to practice law in Connecticut.
* Possess strong academic credentials.

*Preferred Skills*

* Admission to multiple states or a desire to gain admission in multiple states.

*Pay range and compensation package*

Salary range of $110,000-$150,000 depending on experience and excellent benefits package including a sign-on bonus.

*About the Company*

Hassett | Donnelly is a growing litigation firm with eight (8) offices throughout New England and New York. We are recognized by Best Lawyers® in the Best Law Firms directory and has an AV-Preeminent rating with Martindale-Hubbell. We have extensive experience defending complex, high-exposure matters involving premises liability, breach of contract, catastrophic injury and death, transportation, liquor liability, subrogation, product liability, fire loss, property damage, insurance coverage analysis and bad faith claims.

Pay: $110,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Paid time off

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Hartford, CT 06103