Associate Attorney - Business Law

Bernstein Shur Group; Manchester (NH); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent medical, dental, and vision

Job summary

Bernstein Shur Group is seeking Associate Attorneys to provide comprehensive legal services as developing attorneys alongside experienced shareholders. The firm emphasizes growth, collaboration, and high-quality client support across corporate, tax, labor, real estate, and litigation practices.

Ideal candidates will have superior research and writing skills, ability to manage multiple projects, and a preference for in-office teamwork with hybrid work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• New Hampshire Bar admission and maintenance of good standing in jurisdictions as required by the firm
• At least one year of demonstrated professional legal experience post-graduation
• Demonstrated ability to critically think, write, research and communicate.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Eligible for a hybrid work arrangement consistent with business needs (consistent in-office schedule required on an ongoing basis)
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance

Responsibilities

• Research complex legal matters and provide sound advice.
• Draft, document, and otherwise author high quality written materials in support of client needs.
• Appear in various forums to represent clients, including but not limited to formal court appearances and administrative procedures.
• Collaborate with fellow attorneys and staff members within the office setting and through virtual connection.
• Appropriately assign support work to paralegals and legal assistants to further the needs of the clients.
• Present educational materials regarding latest developments within their area of expertise.
• Facilitate the development and learning of other associates, staff, and students, as applicable.
• Accurately and completely account for time spent supporting clients and the firm.
• Operate with autonomy while seeking support when necessary.
• Treat others with courtesy and respect at all times.

Skills

Critical thinking

Legal writing

Legal research

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school

Job description

Associate Attorneys provide comprehensive legal services to clients as a developing attorney in partnership with the firm’s established shareholders. This is a rare opportunity to join an incredible team who will support your growth and development. Our business-related practices include attorneys with deep experience in corporate law, finance, tax, labor, real estate, litigation, and more, ensuring our clients get integrated, seamless support. Our clients include entrepreneurs, family-owned businesses, private equity firms, closely held to large corporations and nonprofits. We are looking for motivated new attorneys, with superior research and writing skills, and an ability to work independently and simultaneously on multiple projects as part of a cohesive, in-office team.

Job responsibilities

• Research complex legal matters and provide sound advice.
• Draft, document, and otherwise author high quality written materials in support of client needs.
• Appear in various forums to represent clients, including but not limited to formal court appearances and administrative procedures.
• Collaborate with fellow attorneys and staff members within the office setting and through virtual connection.
• Appropriately assign support work to paralegals and legal assistants to further the needs of the clients.
• Present educational materials regarding latest developments within their area of expertise.
• Facilitate the development and learning of other associates, staff, and students, as applicable.
• Accurately and completely account for time spent supporting clients and the firm.
• Operate with autonomy while seeking support when necessary.
• Treat others with courtesy and respect at all times.

Job requirements

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school
• New Hampshire Bar admission and maintenance of good standing in jurisdictions as required by the firm
• At least one year of demonstrated professional legal experience post-graduation
• Demonstrated ability to critically think, write, research and communicate.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Eligible for a hybrid work arrangement consistent with business needs (consistent in-office schedule required on an ongoing basis)
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance