Job Description
Job description:
- We are seeking an associate attorney to join the legal team in commercial and insurance defense litigation at its Manchester, New Hampshire office.
- The position requires 1 to 3 years litigation experience and will involve all phases of trial work from drafting pleadings, working on discovery, engaging in motion practice, and participating in evidentiary hearings.
- We are seeking candidates with strong academic credentials and excellent research, writing and analytical skills.
- Our associate attorneys benefit from a formal mentorship program designed to merge the goals of the attorney and the firm.
- In addition, associates regularly participate in performance evaluations and goalsetting meetings to determine professional development and advancement opportunities.
- We believe in creating a work environment that fosters professional and personal growth, ultimately leading to long and successful careers at our firm.
- Both attorneys and staff may choose to work primarily in the office or a hybrid schedule of remote and in-office workdays to ensure a positive work-life balance.
Requirements:
- 1 to 3 years litigation experience
- Currently licensed to practice in New Hampshire
- Experience appearing in court preferred
- Taking and defending depositions preferred
- Strong analytical and writing skills (please provide writing sample)
Responsibilities:
- Draft and prepare discovery and motions
- Take and defend depositions
- Argue motions before federal and state courts
- Conduct interviews and gather material
- Coordinate, collaborate, and support other attorneys
- Organize filing of litigation documents and processes
- Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal laws related to matters
Benefit Summary:
- 401K savings plan and company match
- Basic Life Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Pre-tax flexible spending accounts: medical and dependent care
- Paid maternity and paternity leave
- Long & Short-Term Disability
- Accident Insurance
- Paid parking
- Paid Vacation
- 12 Paid Holidays
- Paid CLE’s and Bar Dues
- Hybrid work schedule option.