Junior Trial Attorney: Launch Your Litigation Career

Burns & Farrey; Boston, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Monthly bonuses

401(k) plan

Employer-paid health insurance

Dental & vision insurance

Paid vacation

Federal holidays

Unlimited sick time

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Burns & Farrey, P.C. invites May 2026 law graduates to join as Junior Associates in Boston. You'll work directly with seasoned trial attorneys, building a trial practice from day one.

The role emphasizes rigorous discovery, research, writing, and client engagement, with mentorship throughout the first year. During months 1–12, you'll complete onboarding, handle hearings, depositions, and independent matters, while benefiting from competitive salary, bonuses, and generous benefits including

Qualifications

• D. from an accredited law school, conferred by May 2026.
• Must have sat for the Massachusetts bar exam (admission pending expected; licensure required to continue).
• Strong academic credentials, with excellent organizational, research, writing, and analytical skills.
• A plus: state or federal clerkship, law review, moot court, or clinical experience.
• Must live within commuting distance of Boston, MA or Marlborough, MA.

Responsibilities

• Learn the foundation of a trial practice under direct mentorship from seasoned attorneys.
• From day one, develop skills in written discovery, legal research, and problem solving for clients.
• Handle motion hearings, pleadings, and client reporting independently.
• Prepare large scale depositions and participate in trial preparation.
• Handle matters independently and conduct depositions over time.
• Work directly with clients and partners on complex issues.

Skills

Academic excellence

Research skills

Writing skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Education

JD from accredited law school

Job description

Burns & Farrey, P.C. invites May 2026 law graduates to join as Junior Associates in Boston. You'll work directly with seasoned trial attorneys, building a trial practice from day one.

The role emphasizes rigorous discovery, research, writing, and client engagement, with mentorship throughout the first year. During months 1–12, you'll complete onboarding, handle hearings, depositions, and independent matters, while benefiting from competitive salary, bonuses, and generous benefits including