Overview In this role you support a commercial litigation practice at a prominent AmLaw 200 firm in Hartford, blending hands-on matter work with client exposure. You'll handle state and federal matters, work with senior litigators, and gain broad experience across the litigation cycle. The role emphasizes collaboration, mentorship, and professional development in a high-performance environment. You will contribute to strategy, research, and high-quality writing while building a client-service mindset. This is a compelling opportunity to grow a junior attorney career in a supportive, cross-functional setting.
Compensation / Benefits- Competitive salary: $145,000-$155,000
- profit-sharing bonus potential
- comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, disability
- paid time off and parental leave
- retirement plans (401(k
- commuter benefits
Responsibilities- Handle sophisticated commercial litigation matters in state and federal courts across Connecticut
- Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery materials and other litigation-related documents
- Participate in depositions, hearings, and court proceedings as experience allows
- Conduct legal research and support case strategy development
- Support all phases of case management, including strategy development and trial preparation
- Work closely with senior litigators on complex disputes with high-profile clients
Key requirements- JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
- Active Bar Admission in Connecticut, in good standing
- 1-3 years of substantive commercial litigation experience
- Experience handling litigation matters in state and federal courts within a law firm setting
- Exposure to employment law-related issues is a plus but not required
- Judicial clerkship experience is valued but not mandatory
- Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with ability to work independently and in a team
- Demonstrated commitment to client service, professionalism, and high-quality work product
- interpersonal skills
- communication
- teamwork
- legal research
- drafting pleadings and briefs
- discovery management
