Associate Attorney - Professional Liability

Harris Beach Murtha•Boston, MA

8d•$130,000 - $185,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Harris Beach Murtha seeks a mid-level associate to join its Professional Liability Practice Group. The Associate will represent lawyers, architects and engineers, accountants, insurance brokers, other non-medical professionals, and recreational facilities in professional liability defense, disciplinary, and related litigation matters. The ideal candidate will have professional liability insurance defense experience, strong legal research and writing skills, and experience handling discovery, depositions, court hearings, dispositive motions, mediations, and trial preparation. Candidates with other relevant litigation experience and strong writing samples are also encouraged to apply, as the group is willing to provide training.

Requirements

Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school
Excellent legal research, writing, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and objective decision-making
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and client-service skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
A high level of professionalism, accountability, and attention to detail
A positive, flexible, and cooperative attitude
Ability to work effectively with diverse personalities across all levels of the organization

Nice To Haves

3-5+ years of professional liability defense or related litigation experience
Professional liability insurance defense experience
Experience handling discovery, depositions, court hearings, dispositive motions, mediations, and trial preparation
Other relevant litigation experience
Admission to the Massachusetts Bar
Admission in Connecticut, New York, New Hampshire and/or Rhode Island, or eligibility for admission into one or more of those jurisdictions
Military experience

Responsibilities

Represent lawyers, architects and engineers, accountants, insurance brokers, other non-medical professionals, and recreational facilities in professional liability defense, disciplinary, and related litigation matters
Assist with the evaluation, investigation, and resolution of professional liability claims and disputes
Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda, pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery documents
Participate in all phases of litigation, including discovery, depositions, court hearings, dispositive motions, mediations, settlement discussions, and trial preparation
Work closely with partners on hearings, mediations, and trials, with increasing responsibility based on experience
Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and other professionals regarding case strategy and developments
Collaborate with attorneys across practice areas to deliver exceptional client service