A well-established regional litigation practice is seeking a Senior Associate to join its growing litigation team. This role offers a collaborative and supportive environment where attorneys are trusted to take ownership of their cases while working closely with experienced partners.

The ideal candidate will have 7–10 years of civil litigation experience and be ready to step into a role with meaningful responsibility and long-term growth potential. The position involves handling a broad range of complex civil litigation matters, including:



Products Liability


Construction Disputes


Commercial and Business Litigation


Trucking and Vehicular Liability Defense


Employment and Labor Law


Medical Malpractice Defense



RESPONSIBILITIES:


Manage a diverse civil litigation caseload from inception through resolution


Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and other litigation-related documents


Lead and manage all phases of discovery


Take and defend depositions of parties, fact witnesses, and experts


Prepare for and participate in hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials


Develop and execute litigation strategy in collaboration with partners and clients


Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, briefs, and dispositive motions


Maintain proactive, professional communication with clients regarding case status and strategy


Coordinate with experts, vendors, and internal legal teams


Ensure compliance with court rules, deadlines, and procedural requirements


Mentor and provide guidance to junior attorneys and support staff as appropriate



QUALIFICATIONS:


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


Active admission to the Massachusetts State Bar


7–10 years of civil litigation experience, including practice in Massachusetts state and federal courts


Experience taking and defending depositions and leading discovery


Strong advocacy skills with experience drafting and arguing dispositive motions


Self-starter with excellent legal research and writing abilities



BENEFITS:


Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance


401(k)


Life Insurance


Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)


Flexible Paid Time Off


Mobile Phone Reimbursement Stipend


Associate Education Program



Why Join This Team?

This organization is recognized as a premier litigation practice in the Northeast and is committed to attorney development. From day one, attorneys gain meaningful, hands-on experience alongside highly regarded litigators. The firm fosters a dynamic, collegial culture where attorneys work on challenging matters and receive genuine support for professional growth and career ad