Associate Attorney
Location: East Providence, RI (Greater Providence area) – Full-Time
About the Firm
Our client is a well-established New England litigation defense firm with a long history of representing clients across the region. The firm handles product liability, premises liability, insurance coverage and bad faith, construction, transportation, employment, and workers' compensation matters, along with select trusts and estates and public utilities work.
The Opportunity
Our client is seeking an Associate Attorney to handle all phases of civil litigation. You'll take on real responsibility early, working directly with clients, insurers, adjusters, and seasoned litigators on complex matters. The firm is open to both newer attorneys (about 1 year of experience) and experienced litigators (5+ years), with compensation based on experience.
Responsibilities
- Take and defend depositions (experience not required for junior candidates)
- Draft and argue motions
- Conduct legal research and analysis
- Attend court conferences, hearings, and mediations
- Communicate with clients, insurers, and insurance adjusters
- Participate in settlement negotiations
- Prepare cases for trial and participate in trials
Qualifications
- J.D. from an accredited law school
- Active admission to the Rhode Island Bar (required)
- 2+ years of civil litigation experience, ideally in insurance defense
- Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
- Confident oral advocacy and communication
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Massachusetts and/or Connecticut Bar admission a plus
- Probate experience welcome
- Small book of business a plus for senior candidates
Pay
Salary: $90,000–$150,000, based on experience, plus annual bonus
Benefits
- Annual bonus based on quality of work, not just billable hours or collections
- Billable target of 1,600–1,800 hours
- Health, life, and long-term disability insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Professional development opportunities
- Collegial, collaborative culture