Litigation Associate Attorney - Hartford, CT

Pernini Legal LLC; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 145,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Pernini Legal LLC in Hartford is seeking a junior Associate Attorney with commercial litigation experience to join our AmLaw 200 client’s Hartford office. Hybrid work arrangement.

You will handle matters in state and federal courts, draft pleadings and discovery, and support depositions and trial preparation while working closely with senior litigators in a collaborative, high-performance environment. We value client service, professionalism, and high-quality work product and offer mentorship

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with excellent academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in Connecticut in good standing.
• 1-3 years of substantive commercial litigation experience.
• Experience handling litigation matters in state and federal courts within a law firm setting.

Responsibilities

• Handle sophisticated commercial litigation matters in state and federal courts across Connecticut.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery materials and other litigation-related documents.
• Participate in depositions, hearings, and court proceedings as experience allows.
• Conduct legal research and support case strategy development.
• Support all phases of case management, including strategy development and trial preparation.
• Work closely with senior litigators on complex disputes with high-profile clients.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

JD from top-tier law school

Job description

HYBRID

LITIGATION ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

Location: Hartford, CT

HYBRID

Our client, a prominent AmLaw 200 firm, is seeking a talented Associate Attorney with litigation experience to join its Hartford office supporting its commercial litigation practice. This opportunity is ideal for a junior associate who is eager to develop a broad-based litigation practice within a collaborative, high-performance law firm environment. The role offers hands-on experience handling matters in both state and federal courts, with meaningful responsibility and direct client interaction.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admission in Connecticut, in good standing
• 1-3 years of substantive commercial litigation experience
• Experience handling litigation matters in state and federal courts within a law firm setting
• Exposure to employment law–related issues is a plus, but not required
• Judicial clerkship experience is valued, though not mandatory
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Demonstrated commitment to client service, professionalism, and high-quality work product

Key Responsibilities

• Handle sophisticated commercial litigation matters in state and federal courts across Connecticut
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery materials and other litigation-related documents
• Participate in depositions, hearings, and court proceedings as experience allows
• Conduct legal research and support case strategy development
• Support all phases of case management, including strategy development and trial preparation
• Work closely with senior litigators on complex disputes with high-profile clients

Why Join Us?

This role offers an excellent opportunity for a junior litigation attorney to grow within a supportive and team-oriented environment where mentorship, professional development, and initiative are highly valued. Associates are encouraged to take ownership of their work while benefiting from guidance and collaboration across practice areas. The firm prioritizes excellence, collegiality, and long-term career development.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary: Expected annual salary range of $145,000-$155,000, as determined by experience and market factors
• Eligibility for profit-sharing and a discretionary bonus
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; paid time off; 401(k) and other retirement plans; FSA/HSA; paid parental leave; domestic partner benefits; family/dependent care leave; employee assistance program; and commuter benefits

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and a writing sample for consideration.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.