Litigation Associate

Finn Dixon & Herling LLP; Stamford (CT); Híbrido; USD 110 000 - 160 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Finn Dixon & Herling LLP, based in Stamford, CT, is seeking a junior Litigation Associate with 1–3 years of experience to handle a broad range of matters including civil litigation and internal investigations. The role operates in a hybrid environment with in-office presence expected.

You will draft pleadings, conduct research, manage discovery, support depositions, and assist with trial preparation while collaborating with partners and senior associates.

Qualificações

• JD from ABA-accredited law school.
• 1–3 years of litigation experience at a law firm or through judicial clerkship.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Experience drafting pleadings, discovery materials, and motions.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines.

Responsabilidades

• Draft and assist with pleadings, motions, briefs, and memoranda.
• Conduct legal research and factual investigation and analyze complex legal issues.
• Draft and respond to discovery requests, including document requests, interrogatories, and subpoenas.
• Assist with depositions, hearings, and trial preparation.
• Support internal investigations, including document review and witness interviews.
• Collaborate closely with partners and senior associates on strategy and case development.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and third parties as appropriate.

Conhecimentos

Litigation

Legal research

Legal writing

Case management

Communication

Formação académica

JD from ABA-accredited law school

Descrição da oferta de emprego

We are seeking a junior Litigation Associate with 1–3 years of experience to join our Litigation Practice. This role offers exposure to a broad range of complex matters, including civil litigation, white collar defense, securities matters, and internal investigations.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft and assist with pleadings, motions, briefs, and memoranda
• Conduct legal research and factual investigation and analyze complex legal issues
• Draft and respond to discovery requests, including document requests, interrogatories, and subpoenas
• Assist with depositions, hearings, and trial preparation
• Support internal investigations, including document review and witness interviews
• Collaborate closely with partners and senior associates on strategy and case development
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and third parties as appropriate

Skills & Qualifications

• JD from an ABA accredited law school
• 1–3 years of litigation experience at a law firm or through judicial clerkship
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Experience drafting pleadings, discovery materials, and motions
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines

Finn Dixon is based in Stamford, Connecticut and currently maintains a hybrid work environment with candidates generally expected to be in office at least 2 days per week.