Associate Attorney - Civil Litigation

Providence, Rhode Island
IDj-859
Job TypeDirect Hire
Remote TypeHybrid

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:

  • Professional Liability

  • Construction Litigation

  • Product Liability

  • Drugs & Medical Devices

  • Life Sciences

  • Toxic Torts


RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Manage a diverse caseload from inception through resolution

  • Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery documents

  • Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda

  • Take and defend depositions

  • Participate in hearings, mediations, and trials

  • Develop and execute litigation strategies in collaboration with senior attorneys

  • Communicate proactively with clients, providing updates and strategic guidance

  • Work closely with experts, clients, and internal teams on complex matters


QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school

  • Admission to the Rhode Island Bar (required)

  • 1–3 years of civil litigation experience

  • Experience in Rhode Island state and federal courts

  • Experience handling discovery, including depositions

  • Strong legal research, writing, and advocacy skills

  • Ability to draft and argue dispositive motions

  • Highly organized with strong attention to detail

  • Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple priorities


BENEFITS:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan

  • Life Insurance

  • Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

  • Flexible Paid Time Off

  • Mobile Phone Reimbursement

  • Professional Development / Associate Education Program

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