Associate Attorney - Civil Litigation

BCG Attorney Search; Hartford (CT); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(K) plan

Flexible spending plan

12 paid holidays

Short and long-term disability programs

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking an Associate Attorney in Hartford, CT, specializing in civil litigation. This role involves managing complex cases such as insurance defense, professional liability, and medical malpractice defense within a hybrid work environment.

The ideal candidate will have 3 to 8 years of litigation experience and strong advocacy skills. Benefits include comprehensive insurance, flexible paid time off, and an Associate education program.

Qualifications

• 3 to 8 years of litigation experience, preferably in insurance defense.
• Clerkship experience is a valuable asset.
• Strong advocacy skills in mediations, arbitrations, trials, and hearings.

Responsibilities

• Manage caseload from inception to conclusion.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery requests.
• Prepare for and attend depositions, hearings, and trials.
• Conduct legal research and write memoranda.

Skills

Litigation experience

Drafting dispositive motions

Legal research

Communication skills

Advocacy skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney in Hartford, CT, specializing in civil litigation. The role involves handling complex cases in areas such as insurance defense, professional liability, construction, employment, medical malpractice defense, and long-term care. This position offers a hybrid work environment, allowing for a balance between professional and personal commitments.

Duties

• Manage caseload from inception to conclusion.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery requests.
• Prepare for and attend depositions, hearings, and trials.
• Engage with clients, experts, and attorneys to develop litigation strategies.
• Conduct legal research and write memoranda.
• Provide clients with status updates and written reports.

Requirements

• 3 to 8 years of litigation experience, preferably in insurance defense.
• Clerkship experience is a valuable asset.
• Proficiency in drafting and arguing dispositive motions.
• Strong legal research and discovery response skills.
• Effective communication and prioritization skills.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

Admitted to the Connecticut State Bar or eligible for admission with a UBE score.

Skills

• Strong advocacy skills in mediations, arbitrations, trials, and hearings.
• Attention to detail and effective communication.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health advocate services.
• Short and long-term disability programs.
• Parental and military leave.
• Life insurance and 401(K) plan.
• Flexible spending plan.
• 12 paid holidays and flexible paid time off.
• Discounts on tickets, shows, hotels, and more.
• Identity theft protection and mobile phone stipend.
• Associate education program.