Associate Attorney

Morrison Mahoney LLP; Manchester (NH); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Disability Benefits (Short & Long Term

Military Leave

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Plan

12 Paid Holidays

Flexible Paid Time Off

Discounts on tickets, shows, hotels

Identity Theft Protection

Associate Education Program

Job summary

Morrison Mahoney LLP is seeking a full-time Associate Attorney to work in civil litigation, focusing on professional liability, tort and liability defense, and insurance coverage. The ideal candidate has 4–6 years of civil litigation experience and will handle a diverse caseload in a collaborative, inclusive environment.

The firm offers a competitive salary range of $120,000-$140,000, and a flexible hybrid work arrangement to support work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Admission to the New Hampshire State Bar is required.
• Bar admission in Maine and/or Vermont or a qualifying UBE score is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage a civil litigation caseload from inception to resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery requests and meet deadlines.
• Prepare for and attend depositions, hearings, and trials.
• Conduct in-depth legal research and draft memoranda to bolster strategies.
• Maintain clear, regular communication with clients and collaborate with colleagues.

Skills

Advocacy skills

Drafting motions

Legal research

Client communication

Attention to detail

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

NH Bar admission

UBE eligibility

Job description

Join Morrison Mahoney LLP as a full-time Associate Attorney, working in civil litigation. Areas of focus include Professional Liability, Tort and Liability Defense, and Insurance Coverage. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals with 4 to 6 years' civil litigation experience and are eager to tackle complex legal challenges.

We offer a flexible hybrid work arrangement designed to support a healthy work-life balance. As part of our team, you will work alongside dedicated professionals in a respectful, collaborative, and inclusive environment that values and rewards meaningful contributions. We provide a competitive salary range of $120,000-$140,000, commensurate with experience.

Why Join Morrison Mahoney?

We are proud to be recognized as one of the premier litigation law firms in the Northeast. From day one, you'll gain meaningful, hands-on experience alongside top AV-rated attorneys. You'll be part of a dynamic team, working on diverse and challenging cases that foster both professional growth and personal development. Most importantly, you'll be supported by colleagues who are genuinely invested in your success and career advancement.

A Day in the Life of an Associate Attorney

As a civil litigation Associate Attorney at Morrison Mahoney LLP, your role is dynamic and engaging, offering a perfect mix of independent responsibilities and collaborative teamwork. You will manage your own caseload from inception to resolution, drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery requests while meticulously adhering to deadlines. Your days will be enriched by preparing for and attending depositions, hearings, and trials, granting you invaluable courtroom experience. Collaboration is crucial in this role, where you'll engage closely with clients, experts, and fellow attorneys to devise effective litigation strategies. Clear and regular communication with clients will be essential, as you provide them with updates and interim status reports on their cases.

Additionally, you'll conduct in-depth legal research, preparing memoranda to bolster case strategies, while working alongside partners and senior attorneys to ensure seamless case management. This multifaceted position promises a fulfilling career path in the legal field.

What Matters Most

To succeed as an Associate Attorney, you will need a robust set of skills and qualifications.

• A Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school and admission to the New Hampshire State Bar, are essential prerequisites.
• Bar admission in Maine and/or Vermont, or a sufficient UBE score to waive into one or both jurisdictions, considered a plus.
• You should possess at least four (4) years of prior civil litigation experience and experience in both New Hampshire state and federal courts.
• Experienced trying cases in NH courts; taking/defending depositions; ADR experience; settlement negotiations.
• You should be a self-starter with strong advocacy skills. Proficiency in drafting and arguing dispositive motions, along with the ability to perform legal research and respond to discovery requests, is crucial
• Taking and defending fact witness and expert depositions will also be part of your role, making attention to detail and effective communication are key attributes for success in this position.
• Health Advocate
• Short + Long Term Disability Program
• Military Leave
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Plan
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Flexible Paid Time Off
• Discounts on tickets, shows, hotels and more
• Identity Theft Protection
• Associate Education Program