Litigation Associate

Stealth; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with profit sharing

MBTA pass

Cell phone reimbursement

Professional development allowance

Job summary

A nationally recognized law practice in Boston is seeking an experienced Litigation Attorney with 5-8 years of strong litigation experience. The ideal candidate will draft and manage legal documents, conduct depositions, and engage in oral advocacy. The position requires strong writing skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Benefits include a 401(k) with profit sharing and reimbursement for cell phone costs, making this an excellent opportunity in a dynamic legal environment.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of litigation experience at a big law firm, boutique, insurance defense, or government agency.
• Experience with restrictive covenants and/or trial work is preferred.
• Familiarity with employment and/or higher education law is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Draft and manage pleadings, discovery, motions, and other litigation documents.
• Conduct and defend depositions.
• Participate in investigations, trainings, and client counseling.
• Engage in oral advocacy before courts and administrative agencies.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys while maintaining autonomy on assigned matters.

Skills

Strong writing skills

Strategic thinking ability

Ability to work independently

Team collaboration skills

Strong organizational skills

Tools

E-discovery platforms

Job description

Job Overview

A nationally recognized litigation, employment, and labor law practice seeks an experienced Litigation Attorney with 5–8 years of strong litigation experience gained at a big law firm, litigation boutique, insurance defense firm, or government agency.

Base pay range

$150,000 – $250,000 per year

Responsibilities

• Draft and manage pleadings, discovery, motions, and other litigation documents
• Conduct and defend depositions
• Participate in investigations, trainings, and client counseling
• Engage in oral advocacy before courts and administrative agencies
• Collaborate with senior attorneys while maintaining autonomy on assigned matters

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of litigation experience (big law, boutique, insurance defense, or government agency)
• Strong writing skills and strategic thinking ability
• Experience with e-discovery platforms and vendors (preferred)
• Experience with restrictive covenants and/or trial work (preferred)
• Familiarity with employment and/or higher education law (a plus)
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational skills and comfort working under tight deadlines

Benefits

• 401(k) with profit sharing
• MBTA pass, cell phone reimbursement, and a professional and business development allowance

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Legal