Litigation Associate / Counsel (3+ Yrs Exp)

About the Role

We are seeking a civil litigation defense attorney with at least 3 years of experience to join our fully remote litigation team. This role is well-suited for an attorney who is comfortable managing cases independently while working within a collaborative team environment. Our practice focuses on general civil litigation defense matters, providing consistent case flow and hands-on litigation experience. We highly value candidates with trial experience or those who are eager to take on increased responsibility as cases move toward trial.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of civil litigation defense matters from inception through resolution
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal memoranda
• Take and defend depositions
• Appear for hearings, conferences, mediations, and other proceedings (remote and in-person as needed)
• Prepare cases for trial and assist with or lead trial efforts where applicable
• Communicate directly with clients, carriers, opposing counsel, and the courts
• Develop case strategy and analyze liability, damages, and risk exposure
• Collaborate with attorneys and staff in a remote team environment

Qualifications

• 3+ years of civil litigation defense experience
• Experience in insurance defense, general liability, or similar litigation work
• Strong background in depositions, discovery, and motion practice
• Trial experience or meaningful trial exposure strongly preferred
• Ability to independently manage a litigation caseload
• Strong written and oral advocacy skills

Requirements

• Active bar admission in Vermont and/or New Hampshire, or ability to waive in
• Massachusetts bar admission strongly preferred
• Additional bar admissions are a significant plus
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to manage deadlines and multiple matters simultaneously
• Comfortable working in a fully remote environment

Salary: $135,000 - $200,000 per year

This position is fully remote and requires admission to the NH or VT bar.