General Practice Attorney - Portland, ME | Flexible

Steve Smith Trial Lawyers; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Steve Smith Trial Lawyers in Portland, Maine, seeks an experienced attorney for general practice. You will manage cases from consultation through trial, develop strategies, and draft pleadings with a supportive legal team behind you.

We value initiative, collaboration, and a client-focused approach, with opportunities for growth and a culture that balances hard work with holidays and team celebrations.

Qualifications

• Active Maine Bar admission in good standing.
• Minimum 3+ years of legal practice experience.
• Experience in civil litigation, criminal defense, or family law.
• Strong research, writing, negotiation, and advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in hearings, negotiations, mediations, and trials as appropriate.
• Manage cases from consultation through resolution or trial.
• Develop case strategies, conduct research, and provide practical legal advice.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and other documents.
• Collaborate with support staff to ensure excellent client service and efficient case management.
• Build client relationships to grow the Portland office.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Advocacy

Negotiation

Client communication

Education

Maine Bar Admission

Job description

Steve Smith Trial Lawyers in Portland, Maine, seeks an experienced attorney for general practice. You will manage cases from consultation through trial, develop strategies, and draft pleadings with a supportive legal team behind you.

We value initiative, collaboration, and a client-focused approach, with opportunities for growth and a culture that balances hard work with holidays and team celebrations.