General Liability Associate
About The Position
Morrison Mahoney LLP is seeking a full-time Associate in Bridgeport, Connecticut, focused on civil litigation and insurance defense. The role involves handling complex matters in areas including professional liability, legal malpractice, general liability, and premises liability. The position is hybrid, with flexibility to work from home, and offers an expected salary range of $105,000 to $130,000, commensurate with experience. The Associate independently manages a caseload from inception through conclusion, handling pleadings, motions, discovery, depositions, hearings, and trials. The role includes collaborating with clients, experts, partners, senior attorneys, and other colleagues to develop litigation strategies; keeping clients informed through status updates and written reports; and conducting legal research and writing memoranda. Morrison Mahoney describes its culture as flexible, inclusive, collaborative, and supportive, with opportunities for hands-on experience and professional growth.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.
- Admission to the Connecticut State Bar or an adequate UBE score for admission to the jurisdiction.
- One to five years of litigation experience.
- Proficiency in drafting and arguing dispositive motions.
- Strong legal research skills and ability to respond effectively to discovery requests.
- Strong advocacy skills.
- Attention to detail, prioritization skills, and effective communication.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in insurance defense or a closely related practice area.
- Clerkship experience.
Responsibilities
- Independently manage a caseload from inception to conclusion.
- Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery requests while adhering to deadlines.
- Prepare for and attend depositions, hearings, and trials.
- Collaborate with clients, experts, and fellow attorneys to develop litigation strategies.
- Provide clients with status updates and written reports.
- Conduct legal research and write memoranda to support case strategies.
- Work with partners and senior attorneys to ensure smooth case management.
- Assist in mediations and arbitrations.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Health Advocate
- Short- and long-term disability program
- Parental leave
- Military leave
- Life insurance
- 401(k)
- Flexible spending plan
- 12 paid holidays
- Flexible paid time off
- Discounts on tickets, shows, hotels, and more
- Identity theft protection
- Mobile phone stipend
- Associate Education Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
