Insurance Defense Litigation Associate
About The Position
Morrison Mahoney LLP is hiring a full-time, mid-level Associate Attorney for its trial practice, with an emphasis on premises liability, trucking, construction, employment, and product liability defense. The role is a hybrid position based in Boston, Massachusetts, with a flexible work arrangement. The associate will manage a caseload from inception to resolution, balancing independent case responsibilities with collaboration with partners, senior attorneys, clients, experts, and colleagues. The associate will draft pleadings, motions, and discovery requests; handle discovery responses; conduct legal research and prepare memoranda; and prepare for and attend depositions, hearings, and trials. The role also involves taking and defending fact-witness and expert depositions, developing litigation strategies, meeting deadlines, and communicating with clients through updates and interim status reports. The firm describes its environment as respectful, collaborative, and inclusive, and offers opportunities for hands-on experience, professional growth, and career advancement.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.
- Admission to the Massachusetts State Bar.
- At least three years of civil litigation experience.
- Experience in Massachusetts state and federal courts.
- Strong advocacy skills.
- Proficiency in drafting and arguing dispositive motions.
- Ability to conduct legal research and respond to discovery requests.
- Attention to detail and effective communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Manage a caseload from inception to resolution.
- Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery requests, and respond to discovery.
- Adhere to case deadlines.
- Prepare for and attend depositions, hearings, and trials.
- Take and defend fact-witness and expert depositions.
- Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda to support case strategies.
- Collaborate with clients, experts, partners, senior attorneys, and fellow attorneys to develop litigation strategies and manage cases.
- Communicate regularly with clients, including providing case updates and interim status reports.
- Draft and argue dispositive motions.
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
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
