Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Associate Attorney to join a litigation practice in Stamford, Connecticut. This opportunity is suited for a lawyer with early-career to mid-level experience who is prepared to contribute across matters involving complex civil disputes, including liability and securities-related cases. The role offers hands-on involvement in case strategy, courtroom advocacy, motion practice, and discovery while working closely with senior attorneys in a collaborative legal environment. Responsibilities: • Represent clients in court proceedings, conferences, and depositions as part of ongoing litigation matters. • Prepare persuasive legal documents such as pleadings, briefs, motions, and other case-related filings. • Manage discovery activities by developing requests, evaluating opposing party responses, and organizing large document productions. • Perform legal research to support case strategy, motion drafting, and issue analysis under applicable law. • Partner with attorneys and firm leadership on litigation assignments, case preparation, and client matters. • Draft and argue dispositive motions, including summary judgment submissions, with attention to factual and procedural detail. • Maintain the confidentiality of sensitive, proprietary, and privileged information in accordance with legal and ethical obligations.

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school. • Active bar admission in Connecticut. • At least 3 years of litigation experience. • Demonstrated experience appearing in court and conducting or defending depositions. • Proven ability to draft summary judgment motions and other substantive motion papers. • Strong working knowledge of federal and state rules of civil procedure. • Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills with the ability to manage competing deadlines. • Sound judgment, initiative, and strong analytical skills in a fast-paced legal setting.