Associate Attorney

Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Growth opportunities within the Firm

Speaking and writing opportunities

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision

Job summary

Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP is seeking an Associate Attorney in Hartford, CT with 3+ years of professional liability experience. The attorney will manage client contacts, uphold confidentiality, and contribute to a team-oriented culture.

The firm emphasizes growth, excellence, and client service. The role involves litigation tasks such as analysis, discovery, depositions, motions, and hearings, along with clear communication of risks and options to clients.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from a ABA-accredited law school.
• In good standing and able to practice law in Connecticut.
• Strong critical thinking skills with solid academic background.
• Urgency in problem solving, meeting deadlines and achieving goals.

Responsibilities

• Provide initial analysis and develop case strategy.
• Prepare and respond to discovery.
• Take and defend depositions, draft motions and attend hearings.
• Explain legal options to clients and discuss outcomes or threats.
• Build relationships with clients.
• Negotiate, research, and communicate effectively in writing and verbally.

Skills

Strong critical thinking

Ability to work independently

Excellent communicator

Education

Juris Doctor (ABA-accredited)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

iManage

OneDrive

Job description

Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP is a nationally recognised Am Law 200 law firm with over 500 attorneys serving clients in 40 offices across 22 states. As one of the nation’s leading litigation firms, FMG represents businesses, insurers, professionals, and Fortune 500 companies in complex civil litigation matters throughout the country. Our collaborative culture, entrepreneurial environment, and commitment to exceptional client service have fueled the Firm's continued growth and national reputation for excellence.

About the Role

We are seeking an Associate Attorney with experience in handling Professional Liability matters to join our growing Hartford, Connecticut office. The ideal candidate has at least 3+ years’ experience. This individual will maintain positive contact with clients, observe confidentiality of client matters, and must be team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Provide initial analysis and develop case strategy
• Prepare and respond to discovery
• Take and defend depositions, draft motions and attend hearings
• Explain legal options to clients and bringing possible outcomes or threats to their attention
• Build relationships with clients
• Ability to negotiate, research, and communicate verbally and in writing effectively

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school
• In good standing and able to practice law in the state of Connecticut
• Strong critical thinking skills and solid academic background
• Strong sense of urgency about problem solving, meeting deadlines and achieving goals
• Knowledgeable, attentive, and proactive
• Excellent communicator, negotiator, public speaker, and problem solver
• Self-motivated, and goal oriented with a track record of meeting billable hours goals
• Inclined to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision
• Detail oriented, organized and effective
• Professional and can get along with people; communicates well with staff
• Computer skills: Microsoft Word and Outlook
• Experience with iManage and/or OneDrive a plus

Required Skills

• Strong critical thinking skills
• Ability to work independently

What We Offer

Actual base pay within the range will also be dependent on other factors, including but not limited to, relevant experience, internal equity, skills, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

• Competitive compensation
• Opportunity for growth and advancement within the Firm
• Speaking and writing opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision
• Bar expenses paid by Firm
• HSA and FSA plans to help offset taxes for employees and dependents
• 401K Plan
• Company provided life insurance up to $150k
• Company paid long-term disability coverage
• Year-end bonuses and referral fee incentives
• Regular, firmwide socials and events
• Employee Assistance Program

Equal Opportunity Statement

Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP (FMG) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees by maintaining a workplace free of discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status as provided by law. FMG complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. This position is subject to our drug‑free workplace policy, which includes the ability to pass a pre‑employment drug screen. Employees may be subject to reasonable‑suspicion drug testing in accordance with Firm policies outlined in the Employee Handbook.