Associate Attorney - Civil Litigation
A well-established litigation law firm is seeking an Associate Attorney with 1–3 years of civil litigation experience. This role offers hands-on responsibility, meaningful mentorship, and the opportunity to work on complex, high-impact matters across multiple practice areas. The ideal candidate is a motivated self-starter eager to take ownership of cases and grow within a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
PRACTICE AREAS:
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Professional Liability
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Construction Litigation
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Product Liability
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Drugs & Medical Devices
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Life Sciences
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Toxic Torts
RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Manage a diverse caseload from inception through resolution
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Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery documents
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Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda
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Take and defend depositions
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Participate in hearings, mediations, and trials
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Develop and execute litigation strategies in collaboration with senior attorneys
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Communicate proactively with clients, providing updates and strategic guidance
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Work closely with experts, clients, and internal teams on complex matters
QUALIFICATIONS:
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Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
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Admission to the Rhode Island Bar (required)
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1–3 years of civil litigation experience
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Experience in Rhode Island state and federal courts
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Experience handling discovery, including depositions
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Strong legal research, writing, and advocacy skills
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Ability to draft and argue dispositive motions
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Highly organized with strong attention to detail
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Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple priorities
BENEFITS:
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Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
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401(k) Retirement Plan
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Life Insurance
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Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
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Flexible Paid Time Off
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Mobile Phone Reimbursement
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Professional Development / Associate Education Program
