Litigation Associate

McCarter & English; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 190,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Firm-Paid life insurance

Firm-Paid AD&D insurance

Disability benefits (ST and LT)

Comprehensive medical coverage

HSA contribution by firm

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life & AD&D insurance (supplemental)

401(k) plan with pre-tax, Roth and etc

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Back-up child/elder care

Tax-advantaged 529 Plan

Employee discounts

Job summary

McCarter & English, LLP seeks an associate with 3–6 years of experience and a strong academic record, admitted in Connecticut. Candidates with CT and NY admission will be preferred and will handle real estate and financial services litigation, plus creditors’ rights matters in CT state and federal courts.

The position offers a competitive salary range and requires dedication in a fast-paced environment. Background checks will be conducted for employment offers.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of experience as an associate attorney.
• Strong academic background with excellent writing skills.
• Admitted to practice in Connecticut; preference for CT and NY admission.

Skills

Legal writing

Attention to detail

Case management

Job description

McCarter & English, LLP, a well-established and growing law firm, is seeking a talented and driven associate having 3-6 years of experience with a strong academic background and excellent writing skills, admitted to practice in Connecticut. Candidates admitted to both Connecticut and New York will be given a preference. The ideal candidate will have experience handling real estate and financial services litigation and other creditors’ rights matters in and out of Connecticut state and federal courts. Salary range for this position is $190,000-$220,000 annually, depending on level of experience. Candidates must be eager to succeed in a fast-paced environment that rewards dedication and industriousness. Candidates who receive an offer of employment will be processed through a background check which will be an individualized assessment based on the applicant’s or employee’s specific record and the duties and requirements of the specific job.

Benefits (if FTE Requirements met):

• Firm-Paid: Basic life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance and short-term (ST) and long-term (LT) disability benefits.
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical/prescription drug coverage (the Firm pays a share of the cost), including a high deductible health plan with an annual Firm health savings account (HSA) contribution.
• Employee-Paid Voluntary Benefits: Dental and vision coverage, supplemental health plans (accident, cancer, and critical illness), flexible spending accounts, optional Life and AD&D insurance (supplemental employee, spouse and child) and supplemental STD coverage.
• Retirement: 401(k) plan offering three types of contributions: pre-tax, Roth and after-tax contributions.
• Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, and leaves of absence to support work-life balance (e.g. parental leave)

Additional Benefits:

• Free and confidential employee assistance program (EAP) and behavioral health services program
• Firm-paid back-up child/elder care, academic support and pet care program
• Tax-advantaged college savings 529 Plan
• Employee discounts through Working Advantage

Other Compensation:

• Eligibility for discretionary bonus.

McCarter & English, LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.