Litigation Associate

Neubert, Pepe & Monteith, P.C.; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Neubert, Pepe & Monteith, P.C. in Hartford, CT is seeking a dedicated litigation associate to join our dynamic team.

The ideal candidate will have at least two years of litigation experience in insurance defense areas such as general liability, medical malpractice, insurance coverage, or personal injury. This role requires strong case management, excellent writing, and discovery skills, with trial experience a plus.

Qualifications

• Strong legal research skills
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in high-pressure situations

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis on various legal issues.
• Prepare legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Represent clients in court proceedings and negotiations.
• Litigate cases effectively while adhering to all relevant laws and regulations.
• Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients in various legal matters.
• Stay updated on changes in laws, regulations, and case law relevant to practice areas.
• Collaborate with more senior attorneys on complex cases.
• Maintain organized case files and documentation for all ongoing legal matters.

Skills

Legal research

Negotiation

Case management

Teamwork

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Bar admission

Tools

Legal research databases

Job description

Job Overview

Neubert, Pepe & Monteith, P.C. is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented litigation associate to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will possess at least two years of litigation experience in one or more of the following insurance defense areas: general liability, medical malpractice, insurance coverage, and personal injury. This role requires excellent case management skills, writing ability, and discovery experience. Trial experience is a plus. We are looking for a hardworking, confident individual capable of working independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Duties

• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis on various legal issues.
• Prepare legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Represent clients in court proceedings and negotiations.
• Litigate cases effectively while adhering to all relevant laws and regulations.
• Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients in various legal matters.
• Stay updated on changes in laws, regulations, and case law relevant to practice areas.
• Collaborate with more senior attorneys on complex cases.
• Maintain organized case files and documentation for all ongoing legal matters.

Experience

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the state bar association is required.
• Strong legal research skills with proficiency in using legal research databases.
• Excellent negotiation skills with the ability to advocate effectively for clients.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as part of a team in high-pressure situations.

We welcome candidates who are passionate about the law and eager to grow their careers within our firm. If you meet these qualifications and are ready to take on new challenges in the field of litigation,