Litigation Associate – General Litigation

Adler Pollock & Sheehan PC; Providence (RI); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Mentorship and professional dev.

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Adler Pollock & Sheehan PC in Providence, RI seeks a Litigation Associate with 3–5 years of experience to handle complex corporate and commercial disputes and play a meaningful role in case management and client service.

The successful candidate will work in a hybrid/flexible environment, supporting senior attorneys across motions, discovery, and trial preparation while contributing to a collaborative, growth-focused litigation team.

Qualifications

• RI Bar admitted and in good standing; RI admission within 6 months; MA/CT admissions preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience practicing commercial litigation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Practical, solutions-oriented approach to client service.

Responsibilities

• Draft and argue motions, participate in depositions, and assist in trials and hearings.
• Manage discovery, draft pleadings, and prepare case strategy with senior attorneys.
• Conduct legal research and analyze sophisticated issues.

Skills

Litigation experience

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Team player

Independent work

Client service mindset

Education

Rhode Island Bar Admission

Job description

Litigation Associate – General Litigation

Location: Providence, RI (Hybrid/Flexible)

Practice Area: General Litigation practice

About the Role

We are seeking a Litigation Associate with 3–5 years of experience to join our growing litigation group. The successful candidate will handle a wide range of complex corporate and commercial disputes and will play a meaningful role in all aspects of case management and client service.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft and argue motions, participate in depositions, and assist in trials and hearings.
• Manage discovery, draft pleadings, and prepare case strategy in collaboration with senior attorneys.
• Conduct legal research and analyze sophisticated legal and factual issues.

Qualifications

• Bar Admission: Must be admitted to the bar of at least one state and in good standing; must become admitted in Rhode Island within 6 months; additional bar admission in Massachusetts and/or Connecticut is strongly preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience practicing commercial litigation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• A practical, solutions-oriented approach to client service.

Why Join Us

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Mentorship and professional development opportunities.
• Collaborative, supportive work environment focused on career growth.

About the Firm:

Join a highly respected regional law firm known for its sophisticated litigation practice, collaborative culture, and long-standing relationships with regional and national clients. Our firm combines the resources of a full-service practice with the collegial, hands-on environment of a smaller team.