Boston - Mid-Senior Level Litigation Associate

Fisher Phillips; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 220,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

401(k) with profit sharing

Job summary

The Boston office of Fisher Phillips is hiring a Mid-Senior Level Litigation Associate with 5-7 years of defense-side complex litigation experience. Responsibilities include managing litigation matters, drafting pleadings, and mentoring junior attorneys.

Ideal candidates should have excellent academic credentials, advanced skills, and admission to the Massachusetts Bar. The position offers a salary range of $220,000 - $240,000 along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of defense-side complex litigation experience.
• Ability to manage sophisticated matters independently.
• Strong interest in developing an employment law practice.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex litigation matters from inception to resolution.
• Mentor junior attorneys and collaborate with litigation teams.
• Participate in mediations and trials.

Skills

Complex litigation management

Drafting pleadings

E-discovery strategy

Taking depositions

Client service commitment

Education

Law degree

Admission to the Massachusetts Bar

Job description

The Boston office of Fisher Phillips is seeking a Mid-Senior Level Litigation Associate with 5-7 years of defense-side complex litigation experience to join our growing team. Ideal candidates will bring meaningful experience managing sophisticated matters independently.

About the Role

Qualified candidates will have significant experience handling complex litigation matters from inception through resolution, including:

• Drafting and responding to pleadings
• Managing written and electronic discovery, including e-discovery strategy
• Drafting and arguing dispositive and non-dispositive motions
• Taking and defending depositions
• Leading or substantially participating in mediations and trials
• Mentoring junior attorneys and collaborating with litigation teams

While prior employment law experience is preferred, we are equally interested in litigators from other defense-side complex litigation practices who demonstrate a strong interest in developing an employment law practice and contributing to firm growth.

What We’re Looking For

Successful candidates will bring:

• Excellent academic credentials
• Advanced writing, analytical, and advocacy skills
• The ability to manage multiple complex matters in a fast-paced environment
• A collaborative mindset, empathy for teammates, and a strong commitment to client service
• initiative, sound judgment, adaptability, and leadership presence
• Interest in business development and long-term practice growth
• Admission to the Massachusetts Bar is required

To apply, please upload a cover letter addressed to Elise Lyman-Hall, Attorney Recruiting Manager; resume, a copy of your law school transcript, and a brief writing sample (10 pages max).

Fisher Phillips is at the forefront of innovation and technology in the legal industry. We value attorneys who thrive in a hybrid work environment and leverage modern tools and forward-thinking approaches to enhance efficiency and client service.

Fisher Phillips offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) with carve-out election and profit sharing
• Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
• Employee assistance program

Optional benefits include critical care, accident and hospital indemnity insurance, student loan refinancing, dependent life insurance, and pet insurance.

The yearly salary range for this position is $220,000 - $240,000. Actual base pay within this range will be determined by several components, including but not limited to, relevant experience, internal equity, skills, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Please note: Fisher Phillips is not accepting resumes from search firms for this position.