Associate Attorney---Civil Defense---NY or CT or NJ

Jobot; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot, a growing litigation boutique with a national practice, seeks a civil defense/insurance litigation attorney in Hartford, CT. You will gain hands-on experience handling sophisticated matters while working closely with experienced trial attorneys and mentors.

The role emphasizes collaboration, professional growth, and exposure to courtroom, deposition, motion practice, and trial work for a diverse client base.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active Connecticut Bar admission required.
• 2–6 years of litigation experience.
• Experience in civil defense litigation or insurance coverage preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Connecticut practice and procedure.
• Excellent legal research and writing abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Outstanding organizational and case management capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day litigation activities across a variety of civil matters.
• Assist in defending clients in personal injury, premises liability, commercial litigation, and other civil disputes.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and responses.
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda.
• Communicate regularly with clients regarding case developments and strategy.
• Attend and defend depositions.
• Participate in court appearances, hearings, mediations, and other proceedings.
• Assist with trial preparation and trial support.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Interpersonal communication

Organization

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Job description

Job Details

Salary: $110,000 - $155,000 per year

Join a growing national litigation practice where you will gain hands‑on experience handling sophisticated civil defense matters while working closely with experienced trial attorneys.

A bit about us:

We are a growing litigation boutique with a national practice focused on delivering exceptional legal representation in complex civil litigation and insurance‑related matters. Our attorneys work collaboratively in a team‑oriented environment where associates are trusted with significant responsibility and encouraged to develop both their legal and business skills. Our firm values excellence, responsiveness, and professional growth, providing attorneys with direct access to clients, mentors, and challenging work that accelerates career development.

Why join us?

• Gain experience across both civil defense litigation and insurance coverage matters.
• Work closely with experienced partners and receive meaningful mentorship.
• Handle substantive legal work and client‑facing responsibilities early in your career.
• Develop courtroom, deposition, motion practice, and trial skills.
• Join a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment where your contributions are valued.
• Work on sophisticated litigation matters for a diverse client base.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.

Job Responsibilities

Civil Defense Litigation

• Manage day-to-day litigation activities across a variety of civil matters.
• Assist in defending clients in personal injury, premises liability, commercial litigation, and other civil disputes.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and responses.
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda.
• Communicate regularly with clients regarding case developments and strategy.
• Attend and defend depositions.
• Participate in court appearances, hearings, mediations, and other proceedings.
• Assist with trial preparation and trial support.

Insurance Coverage & Bad Faith Matters

• Conduct legal research and analysis on complex insurance coverage issues.
• Draft coverage opinions, briefs, and other legal memoranda.
• Assist in evaluating policy interpretation and coverage disputes.
• Support the defense of insurers in coverage litigation.
• Assist in defending bad faith and unfair claims practices actions.
• Collaborate with partners to develop litigation and coverage strategies.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active admission to the Connecticut Bar is required.
• 2-6 years of litigation experience.
• Experience in civil defense litigation, insurance coverage, or both preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Connecticut practice and procedure.
• Familiarity with the Connecticut Practice Book.
• Excellent legal research and writing abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Outstanding organizational and case management capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Admission in NY or CT or NJ
• Experience handling insurance coverage disputes and bad faith claims.
• Deposition, hearing, or trial experience.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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