Litigation Attorney

Jobot; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Job summary

Jobot in Boston is seeking a Permanent Litigation Attorney to join our dynamic legal team. You will handle complex cases from pre-trial to appeal, with an emphasis on construction-related matters and exceptional research and writing skills.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of litigation experience, a JD, and a state bar license, and can manage high-stakes matters under tight deadlines while coordinating with clients and legal support staff.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school and active bar license.
• Minimum of 5+ years of litigation experience with trial focus.
• Experience in construction industry is highly desirable.
• Strong research, writing, negotiation, and client-relations skills.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in all stages of litigation, pre-trial, trial, and appeal.
• Conduct comprehensive legal research and analysis for strategy.
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery documents.
• Provide legal advice on risks and litigation strategies.
• Coordinate with legal support teams for case management.
• Negotiate settlements when appropriate.
• Stay updated on construction law and litigation trends.
• Engage in professional development to stay current.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Negotiation

Client management

Communication

Education

Juris Doctorate (JD)

Bar license in good standing

Job description

Salary: $150,000 - $210,000 per year

A bit about us

We are seeking a tenacious, detail-oriented Permanent Litigation Attorney to join our dynamic legal team. This is a unique opportunity to work on complex and high-stakes litigation cases, providing the highest level of legal representation to our clients. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in litigation, legal research, and legal writing, as well as trial experience. A specialization in construction law will be a significant advantage. This role requires a minimum of 5+ years of experience in the legal industry with a strong focus on litigation.

Why join us

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401K

Responsibilities

1. Represent clients in all stages of litigation, including pre-trial, trial, and appeal.
2. Conduct comprehensive legal research and analysis to support case preparation and strategy development.
3. Draft and review various legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery requests.
4. Provide legal advice to clients on potential litigation risks and strategies.
5. Coordinate with legal support teams to ensure efficient case management.
6. Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients when appropriate.
7. Stay up-to-date with the latest changes in laws and regulations related to the construction industry and litigation practices.
8. Participate in professional development activities to continuously improve skills and stay current with industry trends.

Qualifications

1. Juris Doctorate (JD) degree from an accredited law school is required.
2. Must be a licensed attorney in good standing with the state bar.
3. Minimum of 5+ years of experience in litigation, with a strong focus on trial work.
4. Proven experience in the construction industry is highly desirable.
5. Exceptional legal research and writing skills.
6. Demonstrated ability to manage complex litigation cases from start to finish.
7. Strong negotiation and client management skills.
8. Excellent critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
9. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
10. High level of professional ethics and integrity.
11. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.