Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Please note; this role is based in Cranston, RI!

Job Summary  

Palumbo Law is the firm that high-profile businesses and individuals rely on for their most critical legal needs throughout New England. With a footprint extending from Boston, MA to Greenwich, CT, we are a fast-paced, high-growth firm specializing in sophisticated real estate and business law.

We are seeking a motivated, professionally meticulous Litigation Associate to join our primary team in Cranston, RI. This is a role for an attorney who is not just "looking for a job," but who is passionate about the art of litigation and property law. You will be expected to possess both the character and common sense to manage a case from initial assessment through to a successful trial verdict.

Key Responsibilities

• Full Case Management: Take absolute ownership of litigation files, navigating the process from pre-suit investigation and initial assessment through discovery, motions, and trial.
• Advocacy & Trial Work: Represent high-profile clients in courtrooms across Rhode Island (and Massachusetts, if dual-licensed), demonstrating sharp legal writing and oral advocacy skills.
• Strategic Counsel: Communicate effectively with sophisticated business owners and property stakeholders, providing clear, actionable legal advice.
• Collaboration: Work alongside a team of elite legal professionals in our Cranston headquarters to maintain the firm’s reputation for excellence.

Required Qualifications

• Admission:   Active RI Bar Admission is Required. (Massachusetts Bar admission is highly preferred).
• Experience: Proven experience in civil litigation, specifically within Real Estate or Business/Commercial law.
• Technical Skill: Mastery of legal research, drafting complex pleadings, and conducting/defending depositions.
• Character: A "trial-ready" mindset—someone who is detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and thrives in a high-stakes, fast-paced environment.

The PALUMBO LAW Advantage

• High-Profile Work: Handle significant New England cases that require sophisticated legal strategies.
• Competitive Compensation: Salary is highly competitive and commensurate with your litigation experience.
• Professional Development: We provide ongoing assistance to help you grow your practice and sharpen your trial skills.
• Comprehensive Benefits:
• • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Full Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Company-Paid Life Insurance
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Employee Discount Programs