Growth-Minded Employment Litigation Associate (2-3 yrs)

Fisher Phillips LLP; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 150,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

401(k) with carve-out election and 401

Job summary

Fisher Phillips LLP in Portland, ME seeks a Junior Employment Litigation Associate with 2-3 years of litigation experience to join our growing team. You will handle matters from inception through resolution and gain hands-on client exposure while working under seasoned attorneys.

The role emphasizes drafting pleadings and motions, managing discovery (including e-discovery), preparing for depositions, and participating in mediations. Maine Bar admission is required or eligible.

Qualifications

• Excellent academic credentials.
• Advanced writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex matters in a busy environment.
• Collaborative mindset with strong client service.
• Admission to the Maine Bar is required or must be obtained.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and responding to pleadings.
• Managing written and electronic discovery, including e-discovery strategy.
• Drafting dispositive and non-dispositive motions.
• Arguing non-dispositive motions.
• Preparing for and defending depositions.
• Participating in mediations.

Skills

Excellent academics

Advanced writing

Advocacy skills

Multi-task management

Team collaboration

Job description

Fisher Phillips LLP in Portland, ME seeks a Junior Employment Litigation Associate with 2-3 years of litigation experience to join our growing team. You will handle matters from inception through resolution and gain hands-on client exposure while working under seasoned attorneys.

The role emphasizes drafting pleadings and motions, managing discovery (including e-discovery), preparing for depositions, and participating in mediations. Maine Bar admission is required or eligible.