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Role Description

Join Morrison Mahoney LLP as a full-time Associate Attorney in Bridgeport, CT, focused on civil litigation and insurance defense. With 1-5 years of experience, you'll have the opportunity to tackle complex cases in areas such as:

• Professional Liability
• Legal Malpractice
• General Liability
• Premises Liability

You will be part of a dynamic team that values problem-solving and customer-centricity, driving impactful outcomes for clients. This role offers the flexibility to work from home, allowing you to maintain work-life balance while achieving your professional goals. The expected pay ranges from $105,000 to $130,000 (commensurate with experience).

A Day in the Life of an Associate Attorney:

• Independently manage your own caseload from inception to conclusion.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery requests while adhering to deadlines.
• Prepare for and attend depositions, hearings, and trials, gaining invaluable courtroom experience.
• Engage closely with clients, experts, and fellow attorneys to devise effective litigation strategies.
• Maintain regular communication with clients through status updates and written reports.
• Conduct comprehensive legal research and write memoranda to bolster case strategies.
• Work alongside seasoned partners and senior attorneys to ensure smooth case management.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Admitted to the Connecticut State Bar or have an adequate UBE score for admission to the jurisdiction.
• 1 to 5 years of litigation experience, preferably in insurance defense or a closely related practice area.
• Clerkship experience is considered a valuable asset.
• Proficiency in drafting and arguing dispositive motions.
• Strong capabilities in performing thorough legal research and responding effectively to discovery requests.
• Strong advocacy skills for mediations, arbitrations, trials, and hearings.
• Attention to detail, prioritization skills, and effective communication.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k)
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Flexible Paid Time Off
• Mobile Phone Reimbursement Stipend
• Associate Education Program

Company Description

We are proud to be recognized as one of the premier litigation law firms in the Northeast. From day one, you'll gain meaningful, hands-on experience alongside top AV-rated attorneys. You'll be part of a dynamic team, working on diverse and challenging cases that foster both professional growth and personal development. Most importantly, you'll be supported by colleagues who are genuinely invested in your success and career advancement.