Senior Associate Attorney

MH Talent Solutions; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Mentorship

Job summary

BourgeoisWhite LLP in Worcester, MA is seeking a Senior Associate Attorney with 5+ years of litigation experience to join our team in an in-office capacity.

The ideal candidate will manage diverse civil and commercial matters across business, real estate, trusts and estates, and employment law, deliver strong advocacy, and support our accelerated path to partnership while maintaining outstanding client service.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and MA Bar in good standing.
• Minimum 5 years of litigation experience, civil litigation preferred.
• Strong research, writing, and advocacy skills with trial experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload with autonomy in collaboration with partners.
• Conduct legal research using Westlaw to support strategy.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery responses, and correspondence.
• Represent clients in court hearings, mediations, depositions, and negotiations.
• Provide strategic counsel in business, real estate, trusts and estates, and employment matters.
• Develop case strategies to achieve favorable outcomes.
• Engage in client meetings and serve as trusted advisors.
• Stay current with laws and trends to advise accurately.

Skills

Legal research

Strong writing

Analytical thinking

Advocacy

Trial experience

Team collaboration

Client service

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Massachusetts Bar admission

Tools

Westlaw

Job description

About BourgeoisWhite LLP

BourgeoisWhite LLP is a boutique law firm recognized for its excellence in Civil Litigation, Real Estate Litigation, Trusts and Estates Litigation, and Employment Law. We are committed to delivering exceptional legal representation while maintaining a client-focused approach that prioritizes responsiveness, strategic counsel, and outstanding results.

Our culture is built on collaboration, professional development, and work-life balance. We invest in our attorneys and provide meaningful opportunities for advancement within a supportive, high‑performing environment.

Position Overview:

BourgeoisWhite LLP is seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Associate Attorney to join our team in Worcester, Massachusetts. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney with 5+ years of litigation experience who is looking to expand their practice, take on increasing responsibility, and pursue an accelerated path to partnership.

The ideal candidate will have a strong litigation background and an interest in working across a variety of practice areas, including Business and Commercial Litigation, Real Estate Litigation, Trusts and Estates Litigation, and Employment Law. This role offers significant client interaction, courtroom experience, and the opportunity to manage sophisticated legal matters from inception through resolution.

This is a full‑time, in‑office position located in Worcester, MA.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a diverse caseload with a high degree of autonomy while collaborating with partners and colleagues on complex matters.
• Conduct comprehensive legal research utilizing Westlaw and other legal resources to support litigation strategy and case development.
• Draft, review, and revise pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery responses, correspondence, and other legal documents with precision and attention to detail.
• Represent clients in court hearings, mediations, depositions, and negotiations.
• Provide strategic legal counsel to clients in matters involving business disputes, employment issues, real estate conflicts, and trust and estate litigation.
• Develop and execute case strategies designed to achieve favorable client outcomes.
• Participate in client meetings and serve as a trusted advisor throughout the litigation process.
• Stay current with developments in applicable laws, regulations, and legal trends to ensure the delivery of accurate and effective legal advice.
• Contribute to the firm's continued growth through excellent client service and professional leadership.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active member in good standing of the Massachusetts Bar.
• Minimum of 5 years of legal experience, preferably in civil litigation.
• Strong legal research skills and proficiency with Westlaw.
• Exceptional writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to independently manage cases while working effectively within a collaborative team environment.
• Trial experience.
• Commitment to providing outstanding client service and high‑quality legal work.

Preferred:

• Experience in one or more of the following areas:
  • Business and Commercial Litigation.
  • Real Estate Litigation.
  • Trusts and Estates Litigation.
  • Employment Law.
• Experience handling client relationships and participating in business development initiatives.

Compensation:

• Base Salary: Starting at $100,000 annually, commensurate with experience.
• Performance-Based Bonus Program.
• Accelerated Partnership Track.

Benefits:

• 401(k) with Company Match.
• Health Insurance.
• Dental Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• Generous Paid Time Off.
• Professional Development and Continuing Legal Education Support.
• Mentorship and Career Advancement Opportunities.

Why Join BourgeoisWhite LLP?

At BourgeoisWhite, you will have the opportunity to work on sophisticated and challenging matters while building your career in a collegial and supportive environment. We value initiative, professionalism, and a commitment to excellence, and we provide our attorneys with a clear path for growth and leadership within the firm.