Civil Defense Litigator - Hybrid | 1800-HR Billing

Mission Recruiting, LLC; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability insurance

Long-term disability insurance

401(k) eligibility after one year; no

9 paid holidays

Free onsite gym

Job summary

Mission Recruiting represents a confidential Massachusetts litigation firm seeking a Civil Litigation Attorney to handle a diverse civil defense caseload and own cases from inception through resolution. The role offers meaningful direct litigation experience and a hybrid schedule after onboarding.

The attorney will work on tort and product liability matters, with practice areas including motor vehicle and premises liability, and insurance defense.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts Bar admission required.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Strong advocacy and communication skills.
• Ability to independently manage an active caseload while collaborating with colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Manage civil defense matters from inception through resolution.
• Handle written discovery and document production.
• Draft and argue motions.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Conduct legal research and prepare litigation documents.
• Develop case strategy and evaluate liability and exposure.
• Participate in settlement negotiations and mediation.
• Prepare matters for trial.
• Provide clients with substantive case reporting and recommendations.
• Manage deadlines and an active litigation caseload.
• Collaborate with experienced litigators on case strategy and complex matters.

Skills

Massachusetts Bar admission

Legal research

Legal writing

Independent caseload management

Collaborative teamwork

Litigation advocacy

Job description

Mission Recruiting represents a confidential Massachusetts litigation firm seeking a Civil Litigation Attorney to handle a diverse civil defense caseload and own cases from inception through resolution. The role offers meaningful direct litigation experience and a hybrid schedule after onboarding.

The attorney will work on tort and product liability matters, with practice areas including motor vehicle and premises liability, and insurance defense.