Civil Defense Coverage Litigation Associate

Gfeller Laurie LLP; Hartford (CT); Hybrid; USD 126,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Supplemental insurance

Paid time off

Firm holidays

CLE & professional development

Job summary

Gfeller Laurie LLP in West Hartford, CT seeks a Coverage Defense Litigation Associate with 3–6 years of civil defense experience to join our national practice. You will manage matters from inception through resolution and collaborate with partners on strategy.

Strong writing, research, and deposition skills are essential. Hybrid remote/in-person work is available; competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school in Connecticut (required).
• 3–8 years of civil defense litigation experience.
• Strong writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Additional state bar admissions (MA, NY, NJ, VT or PA) preferred.
• Base salary range: $140,000+ commensurate with experience.
• Bonus opportunities and comprehensive benefits.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of general civil defense matters from inception through resolution.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and discovery.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Attend court conferences, hearings, and mediations.
• Collaborate with partners and clients to develop case strategy.
• Maintain strong client communication and deliver high-quality legal work.

Skills

Civil defense

Legal research

Depositions

Case management

Client communication

Written advocacy

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school in Connecticut

Job description

Coverage Defense Litigation Associate (3+ Years)

Location: West Hartford, CT

About Us

At Gfeller Laurie LLP, our success is driven by our people. We are a collaborative, growth-oriented defense litigation firm known for delivering exceptional client service while fostering a supportive, engaging, and team-oriented environment. We take pride in developing our attorneys, investing in mentorship, and creating meaningful opportunities for advancement.

Our continued growth is creating opportunities for attorneys to expand their practice, take on increased responsibility, and play a meaningful role in the firm’s long-term success.

The Opportunity

We are a dynamic and growing litigation boutique law firm with a national practice, seeks confident and ambitious associate attorneys with 3-6 years of coverage litigation experience for the firm’s West Hartford, Connecticut office. Successful candidates will assist in defending clients in a wide range of civil defense litigation matters from complex commercial disputes to personal injury claims. Candidates must have a law degree from an accredited law school to be considered for these positions.

Our associate attorneys within this practice are highly valued contributors, responsible for day-to-day case management, reporting to clients, handling written discovery, attending depositions, court appearances, trial preparation and trials. Strong analytical, organizational, research and writing skills, as well as a genuine interest in developing sophisticated experience and skills in civil defense litigation contexts, are crucial. Associate attorneys will work closely with the firm’s civil litigation partners and therefore, successful candidates must be well-versed in all aspects of their state’s applicable practice rules and procedures.

Competitive salary and benefits. Hybrid remote/in person work arrangements will be considered.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of general civil defense matters from inception through resolution
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and discovery
• Take and defend depositions
• Attend court conferences, hearings, and mediations
• Collaborate with partners and clients to develop case strategy
• Maintain strong client communication and deliver high-quality legal work

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school in Connecticut (required)
• 3-8 years of civil defense litigation experience
• Strong writing, analytical, and advocacy skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Additional state bar admission(s) a plus (MA, NY, NJ, VT or PA preferred)
• Base Salary range: $140,000 + commensurate with experience and qualifications
• Bonus opportunities based on performance
• Medical, dental and supplemental insurance
• Paid time off and firm holidays
• CLE and professional development support
• Cell phone stipe
• Firm-sponsored events, team-building activities, and more

Why Gfeller Laurie

• Meaningful, hands-on litigation experience from day one where Associates are provided with early responsibility and direct involvement in case strategy
• Collaborative, collegial environment where people genuinely enjoy working together
• Direct access to partners and meaningful mentorship
• Clear and attainable paths for advancement within a growing firm
• Reasonable annual billable expectation, supporting both professional growth and work-life balance

Equal Opportunity Employer

Gfeller Laurie LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to maintaining a professional workplace free from discrimination and harassment.