Civil Defense Litigation Attorney | Boston, MA
An attorney with civil litigation experience is sought for a Boston opportunity focused on civil defense litigation. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of experience, although both more junior and more senior candidates will be considered. Defense litigation experience is strongly preferred, and experience representing corporations, businesses, professionals, insurers, or self-insured entities is highly desirable.
The role provides substantial hands-on responsibility across the litigation lifecycle. Responsibilities include managing matters from inception through resolution, drafting and responding to written discovery, preparing and arguing motions, taking and defending depositions, negotiating settlements, communicating directly with clients, and preparing matters for mediation and trial. The attorney may serve as first or second chair at trial when appropriate.
The practice includes civil defense litigation with approximately 50% tort litigation, including product liability, motor vehicle litigation, premises liability, insurance defense, and general civil litigation.
Qualifications
J.D. from an accredited law school
Active Massachusetts Bar admission required
Rhode Island admission strongly preferred for junior candidates
New Hampshire or Connecticut admission is a plus
3–6 years of civil litigation experience preferred
Prior law firm litigation experience required
Civil defense experience strongly preferred
Deposition, mediation, and trial experience preferred
Motion practice experience
Excellent legal research and writing skills
Strong oral advocacy and client communication skills
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage a busy litigation caseload
Ability to work independently, take ownership of matters, and contribute to a collaborative team
Compensation
$100,000–$150,000, depending on experience
Discretionary merit-based bonus
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance, with the firm paying approximately 25% of the employee premium for each
$100,000 life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
401(k) after one year, with no employer match
14 vacation days
5 sick days
9 paid holidays
Flexible work schedule
Professional development assistance
Firm-paid CLEs and bar dues
Free onsite gym
Schedule & Work Arrangement
The position is Monday through Friday and initially onsite. After onboarding, a hybrid schedule is available with 3 days in the office and 2 days remote. The position requires 1,800 annual billable hours.
Salary Range: $100,000–$150,000
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