CMBG3 Law

Emerging Practices Litigation Associate Attorney

CMBG3 Law

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: Rhode Island • United States

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Salary

💰 $130,000 - $170,000 per year

About the role

  • Draft original motions, pleadings, and other litigation-related documents in complex matters.
  • Prepare and respond to written discovery, including drafting discovery requests and responses exchanged with multiple parties.
  • Develop and advance case defenses, litigation strategy, and trial themes with increasing autonomy.
  • Analyze and apply state and federal case law, statutes, and regulatory authority to case facts in support of pre-trial motions and other submissions.
  • Interview, prepare, and examine fact witnesses, expert witnesses, and corporate representatives for testimony in litigation or before regulatory bodies.
  • Take and defend depositions, including lay, expert, and corporate representative depositions.
  • Argue motions and participate in court appearances as appropriate based on experience.
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships through clear, professional oral and written communication.
  • Draft pre-trial reports, case evaluations, and perform exposure and risk analysis.
  • Participate in mediations, settlement conferences, status conferences, and hearings, including court-mandated proceedings.
  • Develop comprehensive strategies for case resolution and approach legal issues with creativity and sound judgment.
  • Identify, assign, and supervise work performed by paralegals and litigation support staff on assigned matters.
  • Negotiate settlements with plaintiffs and opposing counsel.
  • Participate in networking and business development activities to support client relationships and firm growth.
  • Demonstrate leadership through participation in bar associations, professional organizations, and community involvement.
  • Serve as a resource and mentor to junior attorneys within the firm’s practice areas.
  • Provide substantive support to Shareholders, Partners, and Senior Counsel on complex litigation matters.
  • Meet annual billable hour requirements and comply with firm timekeeping, ethical, and professional responsibility policies.
  • Additional responsibilities as requested by Management.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 3-7 years of litigation experience in a law firm
  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
  • Active admission to practice law, with good standing in the State of Rhode Island.
  • Additional State licenses are highly preferred.
  • Demonstrated experience managing billable work in a law firm setting.
  • Substantive litigation experience in one or more of the following areas: environmental law, commercial litigation, product liability, construction litigation, insurance defense, business litigation, or other complex risk management matters.
  • Strong client service orientation with proven experience interacting directly with clients.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks, manage deadlines, and perform effectively in a fast-paced litigation environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; experience with Filevine or other document management systems preferred.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure while exercising sound professional judgment.
  • Self-motivated, proactive, and committed to continued personal and professional development.
  • Professional, courteous demeanor and commitment to high ethical standards.
Benefits
  • comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance
  • life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) retirement savings
  • paid time off and holidays

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard skills
litigationdrafting motionsdiscovery requestscase law analysisdepositionsnegotiationrisk analysiscase evaluationtrial strategyclient relationship management
Soft skills
leadershipcommunicationcollaborationtime managementproblem-solvingcreativityattention to detailself-motivationprofessional judgmentclient service orientation
Certifications
Juris Doctor (J.D.)active admission to practice law