Attorney - associate - law

A respected boutique firm is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to join its personal injury civil defense practice. The firm is known for providing high-quality, strategic representation in a collaborative, close-knit environment where attorneys have meaningful responsibility, direct client contact, and the opportunity to make a visible impact. The ideal candidate will be confident managing cases, drafting strong written work product, communicating with clients and carriers, and helping move matters efficiently toward resolution.

The Associate Attorney will handle a caseload of personal injury civil defense matters, including general negligence, premises liability, motor vehicle accidents, catastrophic injury, wrongful death, and related insurance defense matters. Manage personal injury civil defense matters from inception through resolution.

Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, mediation briefs, status reports, and case evaluations.

Conduct legal research and prepare persuasive written analysis.

Take and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, experts, and medical providers.

Communicate regularly with clients, insurance carriers, claims professionals, opposing counsel, experts, and court personnel.

Maintain organized case files and meet all litigation, court, and client reporting deadlines.

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.

Active license to practice law in the applicable state.

5-10 years of civil litigation experience, with a strong preference for personal injury civil defense or insurance defense experience.

Experience handling matters involving premises liability, motor vehicle accidents, general negligence, catastrophic injury, wrongful death, or related tort claims.

Strong legal writing, research, oral advocacy, and analytical skills.

Client service mindset and ability to communicate effectively with carriers, claims representatives, and insureds.

They should be comfortable working directly with partners, clients, and carriers while bringing sound litigation judgment, responsiveness, and a proactive approach to case management.

This boutique woman-owned firm offers the opportunity to work in a supportive, entrepreneurial environment where attorneys are trusted with meaningful responsibility and valued as part of the firm’s long-term growth. The role is well suited for someone who wants strong mentorship, autonomy, flexibility, and a more personal culture than a traditional large‑firm setting.

Competitive compensation commensurate with experience, along with a benefits package and hybrid work flexibility.

The firm is committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace.

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