Associate Attorney - Litigation (Confidential | Connecticut)

gpac; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Employer-paid Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability Coverage

401(k) Retirement Plan

Generous Vacation, Personal, and Sick 

Job summary

gpac is seeking a driven Associate Attorney in Connecticut with 3–5 years of litigation experience to join its growing practice. This full-time role centers on personal injury and may include medical malpractice, probate, or general civil matters, offering hands-on work in a collaborative, high-performance environment.

Requirements include admission to the Connecticut Bar (NY bar a plus). Salary ranges from $100,000 to $135,000 with comprehensive benefits, Health and Dental Insurance, Life, LTD,

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of litigation experience, personal injury preferred.
• Licensed to practice law in Connecticut
• New York Bar admission is a plus
• Strong writing, analytical, and courtroom skills
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines
• Disclosure of past grievances (not disqualifying)

Responsibilities

• Handle all phases of litigation from intake through resolution
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and discovery
• Represent clients in court appearances, depositions, and mediations
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on case strategy and development
• Maintain strong client communication and case management practices

Skills

Litigation experience

Courtroom skills

Legal research

Written communication

Time management

Education

Connecticut Bar admission

Bar admission: NY a plus

Job description

Full-Time | $100,000 - $135,000 + Comprehensive Benefits

A well-established and highly regarded litigation firm in Connecticut is seeking a driven Associate Attorney with 3-5 years of experience to join its growing practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to gain hands-on experience across a diverse caseload while working in a collaborative, high-performance environment.

About The Opportunity

This role offers exposure to a broad range of litigation matters, with a primary focus on personal injury, while also remaining open to candidates with experience in medical malpractice, probate, criminal law, or general civil litigation. The firm values attorneys who are adaptable, motivated, and capable of managing cases with increasing independence.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle all phases of litigation from intake through resolution
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and discovery
• Represent clients in court appearances, depositions, and mediations
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on case strategy and development
• Maintain strong client communication and case management practices

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of litigation experience (personal injury strongly preferred)
• Admitted to the Connecticut Bar and in good standing
• Admission to the New York Bar is a plus, but not required
• Strong writing, analytical, and courtroom skills
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines effectively
• Professional transparency regarding any past grievances (not disqualifying, but must be disclosed)

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $100,000 - $135,000 (commensurate with experience)
• Comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Employer-paid Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Generous Vacation, Personal, and Sick Time

Why This Role?

• Diverse caseload with meaningful responsibility early on
• Supportive, team-oriented environment
• Strong compensation and benefits structure
• Opportunity for long-term growth and professional development

For additional information on this opportunity, please contact Brendan Chamberlin directly at [phone].

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.