Litigation Attorney (Insurance Defense)

Job description:

• We are seeking an associate attorney to join the legal team in commercial and insurance defense litigation at its Manchester, New Hampshire office.
• The position requires 1 to 3 years litigation experience and will involve all phases of trial work from drafting pleadings, working on discovery, engaging in motion practice, and participating in evidentiary hearings.
• We are seeking candidates with strong academic credentials and excellent research, writing and analytical skills.
• Our associate attorneys benefit from a formal mentorship program designed to merge the goals of the attorney and the firm.
• In addition, associates regularly participate in performance evaluations and goalsetting meetings to determine professional development and advancement opportunities.
• We believe in creating a work environment that fosters professional and personal growth, ultimately leading to long and successful careers at our firm.
• Both attorneys and staff may choose to work primarily in the office or a hybrid schedule of remote and in-office workdays to ensure a positive work-life balance.

Requirements:

• 1 to 3 years litigation experience
• Currently licensed to practice in New Hampshire
• Experience appearing in court preferred
• Taking and defending depositions preferred
• Strong analytical and writing skills (please provide writing sample)

Responsibilities:

• Draft and prepare discovery and motions
• Take and defend depositions
• Argue motions before federal and state courts
• Conduct interviews and gather material
• Coordinate, collaborate, and support other attorneys
• Organize filing of litigation documents and processes
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal laws related to matters

Benefit Summary:

• 401K savings plan and company match
• Basic Life Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending accounts: medical and dependent care
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Accident Insurance
• Paid parking
• Paid Vacation
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Paid CLE’s and Bar Dues
• Hybrid work schedule option.