Associate Attorney - Employment & Complex Civil Litigation

Job Description

Job Description

Purpose of Role:

Mandelbaum Barrett PC is seeking a highly motivated and driven Litigation Associate with 3+ years of substantive litigation experience, including exposure to complex civil, commercial, employment, and personal injury matters. This is a fully in-person role based in our Greenwich, CT office.

The ideal candidate will support senior attorneys in a team environment while taking on increasing responsibility, contributing across multiple stages of litigation. This role requires someone who is eager to learn quickly, thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, and demonstrates initiative while working under appropriate supervision.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and support a caseload from inception through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation documents.
• Draft and respond to demand letters and cease-and-desist correspondence.
• Conduct legal research and assist in developing case strategy.
• Prepare for and participate in depositions, hearings, arbitrations, and trials.
• Handle discovery, including document review, production, and e-discovery.
• Communicate with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and internal teams.
• Counsel clients on litigation strategy, risk assessment, and exposure.
• Support employment-related matters, including workplace disputes and compliance issues.
• Represent clients before administrative agencies, including the EEOC, CHRO, and state departments of labor, including drafting position statements and responding to charges.
• Assist with personal injury and wrongful death litigation, including case development and trial preparation.
• Assist with probate litigation development and trail preparation.
• Stay current on relevant legal developments and procedural rules.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Bar admission in CT and New York required.
• 3+ years of sophisticated litigation experience, ideally across employment, commercial, or civil litigation.
• Experience with motion practice, depositions, and court appearances.
• Experience with administrative agency proceedings (EEOC, CHRO, DOL) is a plus.
• Federal court experience is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and document management software.
• Familiarity with e-discovery and electronic document management.
• Self-motivated and analytical, with strong critical-thinking skills.
• Strong commercial/business acumen with the ability to provide innovative and practical legal solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong academic credentials.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Base Salary: $170,000–$215,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Final salary will be based on experience, skills, and overall contribution.
• Merit-Based Rewards: Discretionary year-end bonus, merit increases, and origination credit—your performance and client contributions directly impact your compensation.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and voluntary programs.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Mandelbaum Barrett PC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.