Litigation Associate Attorney

Verrill Dana LLP; Westport (CT); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

Verrill Dana LLP in Westport, CT is seeking an Associate to join its Litigation Practice Group. The role offers a hybrid schedule with a minimum of four in-office days per week and a base salary range of $144,900–$151,000 per year.

The firm emphasizes collaboration, client service, and professional development. The successful candidate will work on all phases of complex civil litigation, from case assessment through discovery, motion practice, trial, and resolution, with meaningful

Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active Connecticut State Bar in good standing or eligible for admission.
• Minimum of two years of litigation and trial experience in CT state and/or federal courts.
• Strong legal research, writing, and advocacy skills; proficiency with Westlaw.
• Judicial clerkship experience and/or NY Bar a plus.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, memoranda, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on complex issues.
• Manage discovery, including strategy development, document review, and discovery responses.
• Assist with depositions, witness preparation, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
• Maintain direct client communication and day-to-day case management support.
• Collaborate with colleagues across practices to deliver client service.
• Contribute to business development and client relationship initiatives.

Skills

Legal research

Writing

Advocacy

Communication

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school

Bar admission to Connecticut or eligibility

Tools

Westlaw

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Westport Office - Westport, CT, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $144900.00 - $151000.00Salary, Verrill is seeking an Associate to join our Litigation Practice Group in our Westport Connecticut office. As one of New England’s leading full-service law firms, Verrill offers the opportunity to do meaningful work alongside exceptional colleagues in a collaborative, supportive, and professional environment. We are committed to attracting talented individuals who are dedicated to excellence, client service, and continuous growth and development in their careers.

Position Overview and Responsibilities

Our Litigation Practice Group is among the most experienced in New England, representing clients in a wide range of complex disputes across industries and forums. The group has tried more than six hundred jury and non-jury cases, in addition to handling several hundred arbitrations and thousands of mediations and administrative proceedings. Our attorneys are committed to partnering closely with clients to navigate challenging legal issues and achieve practical, result-driven outcomes while delivering exceptional client service.

The successful candidate will work closely with attorneys and professional staff on all phases of complex civil litigation matters, from initial case assessment through discovery, motion practice, trial, and resolution. This position offers meaningful responsibility, significant client interaction, and the opportunity to contribute to a collaborative and highly regarded litigation team. Candidates must be able to work a hybrid schedule, including a minimum of four (4) days per week in the office

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Drafting and filing pleadings, motions, briefs, memoranda, and other legal documents.
• Conducting legal research and analysis on complex procedural and substantive legal issues.
• Managing aspects of the discovery process, including strategy development, document review, and preparation of discovery responses.
• Assisting with depositions, witness preparation, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
• Maintaining direct client communication and providing day-to-day case management support.
• Collaborating with colleagues across practices to deliver exceptional client service.
• Contributing to the continued growth and development of the practice through business development and client relationship initiatives.

Experience and Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the Connecticut State Bar, or eligibility to obtain admission within a reasonable period of time.
• Minimum of two (2) years of litigation and trial experience in Connecticut state and/or federal courts.
• Strong legal research, writing, and advocacy skills, including proficiency with legal research platforms such as Westlaw.
• Judicial clerkship experience and/or admission to the New York State Bar is a plus.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.Demonstrated ability to manage multiple matters and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while also exercising sound independent judgement.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines while balancing competing demands.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as other relevant legal technology and case management tools.

Compensation and Benefits

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $144,900 - $151,000. This is Verrill’s good faith estimate of the annual salary for the position at the time of this posting for the indicated location. Final base salary will be determined by several factors including, but not limited to skills, experience, job-related qualifications, and other market factors. This range represents only one component of a comprehensive compensation and benefits package at Verrill.

Verrill is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.