Litigation Attorney

Jobot; Southborough (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, a leading legal firm in Massachusetts, seeks a Permanent Litigation Attorney to join our team. This role requires 5+ years in litigation, a JD, and bar admission. Construction-law exposure is a strong plus as you handle high-stakes matters from pre-trial through appeal.

You will draft pleadings, conduct legal research, and advise clients on risks while coordinating with legal support for efficient case management. This is a demanding, high-ethics position.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school is required.
• Licensed attorney in good standing with the state bar.
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in litigation with trial focus.
• Construction industry experience is highly desirable.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to manage complex litigation from start to finish.
• Excellent negotiation and client management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Litigation

Legal research

Legal writing

Trial experience

Construction law

Education

Juris Doctorate (JD)

Bar licensed in good standing

Job description

Permanent Litigation Attorney

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.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.