Civil Litigation Associate Attorney $118000 - $138000 per year | Portland, ME | On-site | Permanent
A highly regarded New England law firm is seeking a Litigation Associate to join its Portland, Maine office and growing civil litigation practice. Job Details Responsibilities Manage insurance defense and civil litigation matters from inception through resolution
Draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, legal memoranda, and other litigation materials
Conduct and defend depositions
Attend court hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and other proceedings
Analyze liability, damages, coverage, and overall case exposure
Work directly with insurers, insureds, businesses, professionals, and other clients
Assist with trial preparation and participate in trials as experience allows
Collaborate with partners and senior attorneys on complex and high-exposure matters
Qualifications J.D. from an accredited law school
Admission to the Maine Bar required or ability to obtain admission promptly
Approximately 2+ years of litigation experience preferred
Prior experience in insurance defense, general liability, professional liability, products liability, construction litigation, or related civil litigation strongly preferred
Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills
Strong attention to detail and ability to independently manage deadlines and caseloads
Excellent interpersonal and client-service skills
Interest in developing a long-term litigation practice in Maine
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
