Litigation Attorney

Hassett | Donnelly; Hartford (CT); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent salary and benefits package

Sign-on bonus

Paid CLE and educational opportunities

Firm-sponsored networking events

Job summary

A growing insurance defense firm in Hartford is seeking a litigation associate with at least 5 years of experience. The role offers valuable courtroom exposure and a varied caseload, including significant legal matters. The firm provides a competitive salary of $105,000 to $150,000 per year, excellent benefits, mentorship, and opportunities for professional growth. This full-time position requires admission to practice law in Connecticut.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in litigation.
• Experience with varied caseload including construction losses and product liability.

Responsibilities

• Handle a varied caseload including premises liability and trucking accidents.
• Gain courtroom and deposition experience.

Skills

Admitted to practice law in Connecticut

Strong academic credentials

Job description

Overview

Hassett | Donnelly is a growing insurance defense firm with offices throughout New England and New York. The firm is recognized by Best Lawyers® in the Best Law Firms directory and has an AV‑Preeminent rating with Martindale‑Hubbell. It defends complex, high‑exposure matters involving premises liability, breach of contract, catastrophic injury and death, transportation, liquor liability, subrogation, product liability, fire loss, property damage, insurance coverage analysis and bad‑faith claims.

Position Summary

Hassett | Donnelly is seeking a litigation associate with at least 5 years of experience for its Hartford office. The associate will gain valuable courtroom and deposition experience and handle a varied caseload including construction losses, liquor liability, premises liability, trucking accidents and product liability matters.

Compensation and Benefits

Base pay range: $105,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr. The associate will receive an excellent salary and benefits package, a sign‑on bonus, a hybrid work schedule, mentorship with trial‑tested attorneys, paid CLE and educational opportunities, and firm‑sponsored networking and social events.

Required Skills

• Admitted to practice law in Connecticut
• Possess strong academic credentials

Preferred Skills

• Admission to multiple states or a desire to gain admission in multiple states

Seniority Level

Not Applicable

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Legal

Industries

Insurance