Morrison Mahoney LLP is a premier litigation law firm in the Northeast, seeking a full-time Associate Attorney focused on civil litigation and insurance defense. The role involves managing a caseload, drafting legal documents, and collaborating with clients and colleagues to develop effective litigation strategies.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage your own caseload from inception to conclusion
• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery requests while adhering to deadlines
• Prepare for and attend depositions, hearings, and trials
• Engage closely with clients, experts, and fellow attorneys to devise effective litigation strategies
• Conduct comprehensive legal research and write memoranda to bolster case strategies
• Ensure smooth case management in collaboration with seasoned partners and senior attorneys

Skills

• You must hold a Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school and be admitted to the Connecticut State Bar or have an adequate UBE score for admission to the jurisdiction
• You should have 1 to 5 years of litigation experience preferably in insurance defense or closely related practice area
• Clerkship experience is considered a valuable asset
• Proficiency in drafting and arguing dispositive motions is vital
• Strong capabilities in performing thorough legal research and responding effectively to discovery requests
• Strong advocacy skills as you assist in mediations, arbitrations, trials, and hearings
• Attention to detail, prioritization skills, and effective communication are key attributes for success in this position

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k)
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Flexible Paid Time Off
• Mobile Phone Reimbursement Stipend
• Associate Education Program

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