Civil Litigation Attorney

Jobot; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical

Dental and Vision

Short and Long Term disability

401k

Flexible PTO

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Civil Litigation Attorney in Boston, MA. This permanent, on-site role offers a pathway to own challenging matters, develop strategy, and deliver persuasive advocacy from evaluation to resolution.

You will handle a diverse civil docket, work with clients and colleagues, and utilize motion practice to advance cases. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of civil litigation experience, JD, and strong research, writing, and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of civil litigation experience required.
• Strong research, writing, and oral advocacy skills essential.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage civil litigation matters from inception through trial or resolution.
• Develop and execute litigation strategies aligned with client objectives.
• Draft motions, pleadings, discovery requests and responses.
• Prepare for depositions, hearings, and settlements.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and staff to deliver high-quality work.

Skills

Civil Litigation

Legal Research

Oral Advocacy

Negotiation

Case Management

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

Civil Litigation Attorney

$120000 - $170000 per year | Boston, MA | On-site | Permanent

Premier Northeast Firm

A bit about us:

We are a premier Northeast law firm that offers our attorneys substantive experience right away. We have a collaborative work environment that is inclusive and offer true mentorship and opportunity.

Why join us?

We offer:

• Comprehensive Medical
• Dental and Vision
• Short and Long Term disability
• 401k
• Flexible PTO

Job Details

Job Details

Build a lasting litigation career with a legal team that values sharp advocacy, sound judgment, and meaningful results. This permanent Civil Litigation Attorney opportunity is ideal for an experienced litigator ready to take ownership of challenging matters, develop case strategy, and deliver persuasive advocacy from initial evaluation through resolution.

You will manage a varied civil litigation caseload, work closely with clients and colleagues, and put your motion practice skills to work on substantive legal issues. Bring your initiative, courtroom confidence, and commitment to excellent client service to a role where your contributions matter.

Responsibilities

• Manage civil litigation matters from case inception through trial, settlement, or other resolution.
• Develop and execute litigation strategies aligned with client objectives, case facts, and applicable law.
• Research, draft, and argue motions, including dispositive motions, discovery motions, and motions in limine.
• Prepare pleadings, briefs, discovery requests and responses, settlement documents, and other litigation materials.
• Conduct depositions, interview witnesses, evaluate evidence, and coordinate with experts as needed.
• Represent clients at hearings, mediations, arbitrations, settlement conferences, and trials.
• Provide clients with clear guidance on legal risks, case developments, strategy, and potential outcomes.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to deliver efficient, high-quality legal work.
• Maintain accurate case records, meet court deadlines, and comply with applicable procedural rules and ethical standards.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in the applicable jurisdiction and good standing with the relevant bar.
• At least 3 years of civil litigation experience.
• Demonstrated experience researching, drafting, and arguing motions, or equivalent substantive litigation advocacy experience.
• Strong knowledge of civil procedure, discovery practices, evidentiary rules, and litigation strategy.
• Excellent legal research, writing, oral advocacy, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to independently manage a caseload, prioritize competing demands, and meet deadlines.
• Sound professional judgment, attention to detail, and a client-focused approach.
• Experience handling depositions, court appearances, and settlement negotiations.
• Trial experience is a plus.

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