Rising Commercial Litigation Associate (1-3 yrs)

Jobot; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a litigation associate in Massachusetts/Connecticut with early-career experience handling complex business disputes. You will work closely with seasoned litigators across all phases of litigation, increasing responsibility and courtroom/client-facing exposure.

The role emphasizes advocacy, teamwork, and professional development within a collaborative, supportive firm culture that values client service and excellence.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of commercial, business, or complex litigation experience
• Experience drafting substantive motions, briefs, and discovery materials
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Excellent oral advocacy and communication abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively
• Demonstrated interest in intellectual property disputes is a plus
• Prior judicial clerkship experience is helpful but not required
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment

Responsibilities

• Assist with all phases of litigation from case inception through resolution
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, memoranda, and other court filings
• Conduct legal research and analyze complex legal issues
• Prepare and respond to written discovery requests
• Take and defend depositions and assist with witness preparation
• Attend court appearances, conferences, hearings, and other proceedings
• Support trial preparation, including exhibit management and case strategy development
• Collaborate with attorneys across practice areas on litigation and related disputes
• Manage day-to-day case responsibilities while maintaining strong client service standards
• Participate in strategic analysis and case evaluation efforts

Skills

Litigation experience

Drafting motions

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Deadline management

IP disputes interest

Judicial clerkship

Teamwork

Job description

Jobot is seeking a litigation associate in Massachusetts/Connecticut with early-career experience handling complex business disputes. You will work closely with seasoned litigators across all phases of litigation, increasing responsibility and courtroom/client-facing exposure.

The role emphasizes advocacy, teamwork, and professional development within a collaborative, supportive firm culture that values client service and excellence.