Associate Attorney

Description We are seeking an associate attorney to join the legal team in commercial and insurance defense litigation at its Manchester, New Hampshire office. The position requires 1 to 3 years litigation experience and will involve all phases of trial work from drafting pleadings, working on discovery, engaging in motion practice, and participating in evidentiary hearings. We are seeking candidates with strong academic credentials and excellent research, writing and analytical skills.

Our associate attorneys benefit from a formal mentorship program designed to merge the goals of the attorney and the firm. In addition, associates regularly participate in performance evaluations and goalsetting meetings to determine professional development and advancement opportunities. We believe in creating a work environment that fosters professional and personal growth, ultimately leading to long and successful careers at our firm.

Both attorneys and staff may choose to work primarily in the office or a hybrid schedule of remote and in-office workdays to ensure a positive work-life balance.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prepare discovery and motions
• Take and defend depositions
• Argue motions before federal and state courts
• Conduct interviews and gather material
• Coordinate, collaborate, and support other attorneys
• Organize filing of litigation documents and processes
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal laws related to matters

Benefit Summary

• 401K savings plan and company match
• Basic Life Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending accounts: medical and dependent care
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Accident Insurance
• Paid parking
• Paid Vacation
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid CLE’s and Bar Dues
• Hybrid work schedule option

Requirements

• 1 to 3 years litigation experience
• Currently licensed to practice in New Hampshire
• Experience appearing in court preferred
• Taking and defending depositions preferred
• Strong analytical and writing skills (please provide writing sample)