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Associate Attorney
A well-established litigation law firm is seeking an Associate Attorney with 1–3 years of civil litigation experience. This role offers hands-on responsibility, meaningful mentorship, and the opportunity to work on complex, high-impact matters across multiple practice areas. The ideal candidate is a motivated self-starter eager to take ownership of cases and grow within a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
Practice Areas
- Professional Liability
- Construction Litigation
- Product Liability
- Drugs & Medical Devices
- Life Sciences
- Toxic Torts
Responsibilities
- Manage a diverse caseload from inception through resolution
- Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery documents
- Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda
- Take and defend depositions
- Participate in hearings, mediations, and trials
- Develop and execute litigation strategies in collaboration with senior attorneys
- Communicate proactively with clients, providing updates and strategic guidance
- Work closely with experts, clients, and internal teams on complex matters
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
- Admission to the Rhode Island Bar (required)
- 1–3 years of civil litigation experience
- Experience in Rhode Island state and federal courts
- Experience handling discovery, including depositions
- Strong legal research, writing, and advocacy skills
- Ability to draft and argue dispositive motions
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Life Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Flexible Paid Time Off
- Mobile Phone Reimbursement
- Professional Development / Associate Education Program