Sexual Abuse Litigation Attorney

Sweeney Merrigan•Providence, RI

53d•$90,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

Sweeney Merrigan Law is growing and hiring a Sexual Abuse Litigation Attorney to join their legal team. This role will primarily be based in their Rhode Island office, managing a high-volume docket of sexual abuse and institutional liability cases. The attorney will be responsible for investigating claims, developing liability theories, managing litigation, communicating with clients, and pursuing resolutions through settlement or trial. This position is suited for an attorney with approximately five years of litigation experience who can work independently while staying connected to the team. Sweeney Merrigan Law emphasizes a low-ego, team-oriented workplace that supports each other and strives for excellence. They are seeking passionate, humble, hungry, and people-smart attorneys eager to help deliver outstanding results for survivors and their families.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
Licensed and in good standing to practice law in Rhode Island or eligible for admission.
Approximately 5 years of litigation experience.
Experience independently managing a significant caseload.
Plaintiff-side personal injury, sexual abuse, civil rights, or complex litigation experience strongly preferred.
Strong courtroom, deposition, and negotiation skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
Ability to work independently while managing a substantial volume of cases.
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
Sound judgment and strategic thinking.
High emotional intelligence and ability to communicate with trauma survivors.
Team-oriented attitude with a commitment to a humble, hungry, and people-smart culture.
Active Rhode Island Bar membership required.

Responsibilities

Manage a high-volume caseload of sexual abuse and institutional negligence matters from intake through resolution.
Develop cases, communicate with survivors, coordinate investigations, conduct discovery, negotiate settlements, and litigate matters when necessary.
Independently manage a docket of sexual abuse and institutional liability cases.
Conduct client consultations and ongoing client communications with professionalism, compassion, and discretion.
Investigate claims and gather evidence from witnesses, institutions, law enforcement agencies, and other sources.
Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and other litigation documents.
Conduct depositions, mediations, settlement conferences, and court appearances.
Work with experts, investigators, and support staff to develop liability and damages evidence.
Negotiate settlements with defendants, insurers, and institutional representatives.
Maintain detailed and accurate case records in the firm’s case management system.
Collaborate with firm leadership regarding litigation strategy and case evaluation.
Deliver exceptional client service throughout the litigation process.