Senior Civil Defense Litigator — Mentorship & Growth

Gfeller Laurie LLP; West Hartford (CT); Sur place; USD 126 000 - 154 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, dental and supplemental 보험

Paid time off and firm holidays

CLE and professional development

Cell phone stipend

Firm-sponsored events, team-building

Résumé du poste

Gfeller Laurie LLP in West Hartford, CT seeks a motivated Civil Defense Litigation Associate with 5+ years of experience to own cases, build litigation experience, and grow within our expanding firm.

The role involves managing daily casework, reporting to clients, handling discovery, taking depositions, and supporting trial preparation to achieve favorable outcomes while adhering to Connecticut practice rules. Strong writing, analytical skills and collaboration with partners are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong writing, analytical, and advocacy abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced defense practice.
• Excellent research and legal analysis skills.

Responsabilités

• Manage a caseload of general civil defense matters from inception through resolution.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and discovery.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Attend court conferences, hearings, and mediations.
• Collaborate with partners and clients to develop case strategy.
• Maintain strong client communication and deliver high-quality legal work.

Connaissances

Writing skills

Analytical thinking

Advocacy skills

Formation

J.D. from an accredited law school

Description du poste

Gfeller Laurie LLP in West Hartford, CT seeks a motivated Civil Defense Litigation Associate with 5+ years of experience to own cases, build litigation experience, and grow within our expanding firm.

The role involves managing daily casework, reporting to clients, handling discovery, taking depositions, and supporting trial preparation to achieve favorable outcomes while adhering to Connecticut practice rules. Strong writing, analytical skills and collaboration with partners are essential.