Junior Associate Attorney

Junior Associate Attorney

$95000 - $120000 per year | Middletown, CT | On-site | Permanent

Wide Array of Civil and Commercial Litigation Cases and Substantive Work

A bit about us:

Based in Buffalo, NY we are a multi-office, multi-state law firm that specializes in insurance coverage, reinsurance, regulatory, compliance and insurance defense litigation, commercial litigation, data security and privacy. We are looking for an Associate Attorney that has a high level of motivation, flexibility, initiative and accountability.

Why join us?

We offer

• A supportive, sustainable culture and working environment
• Flexibility
• A truly collaborative team
• Court room experience day 1
• Resources and training
• Full Benefits Package including health, life, dental, and disability insurance
• 401k with a match
• Partner Track

Job Details

Job Details:

We are seeking a dynamic, ambitious, and detail-oriented Permanent Junior Associate Attorney to join our thriving legal team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil litigation, with specific experience in CT Bar Admissions, dram shop, premises liability, MVA, and bodily injury. This is an excellent opportunity to further your legal career by working in a fast-paced environment, handling complex cases, and gaining invaluable experience in the legal industry.

Responsibilities:

1. Handling a variety of complex legal matters in general, civil, and commercial liability
2. Assisting senior attorneys in preparing for trials, hearings, and depositions.
3. Drafting legal documents such as pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery requests and responses.
4. Conducting legal research and analysis to support case preparation.
5. Representing clients in court and advocating on their behalf.
6. Negotiating settlements in civil litigation cases.
7. Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of legal developments and changes in law that may affect clients' cases.

Qualifications:

1. Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
2. A 1-3 years of experience in general litigation
3. Admission to the Connecticut Bar. Admission in surrounding states a plus.
4. Excellent legal research and writing skills.
5. Ability to handle a high volume of cases and work in a fast-paced environment.
6. Strong negotiation and advocacy skills.

Join us and take the next step in your legal career. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and competitive compensation. If you are a driven individual with a passion for law and a desire to make a difference, we would love to hear from you.

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