Mid-Level Associate Attorney

Morrison Mahoney LLP•Boston, MA

3d•$130,000 - $155,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Morrison Mahoney LLP is seeking a mid-level Litigation Associate Attorney to join its growing litigation team. The firm offers a supportive environment where attorneys are trusted to take ownership of their cases and collaborate with experienced partners. The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of civil litigation experience and be ready for a role with significant responsibility, meaningful mentorship, and growth opportunities. The position involves working on a diverse range of complex civil litigation matters, including professional liability, commercial and business litigation, product liability, employment and labor, and environmental and toxic torts. The firm emphasizes a culture that celebrates growth, flexibility, and collaboration, and is recognized as a premier litigation law firm in the Northeast. Associates gain hands-on experience alongside AV-rated attorneys, working on challenging cases that foster professional and personal development, with strong support from colleagues.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.
Admission to the Massachusetts State Bar.
5 - 7 years of prior civil litigation experience.
Experience in both Massachusetts state and federal courts.
Experience taking and defending depositions and leading discovery.
Self-starter with strong advocacy skills.
Proficiency in drafting and arguing dispositive motions.
Ability to perform legal research.

Responsibilities

Manage a diverse caseload from start to finish, including drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery.
Meet critical deadlines and drive matters forward.
Prepare for and participate in depositions, hearings, and trials.
Develop litigation strategies.
Work closely with clients, experts, and colleagues across the firm.
Maintain proactive and professional communication with clients, providing status updates and strategic guidance.
Contribute to case strategy through legal research and well-crafted memoranda.
Work side by side with partners on complex, high-value matters.