Associate Attorney – Civil Litigation & Insurance Defense (1–5 Years)
Location: Bridgeport, CT (On-Site)Salary: $105,000–$130,000 + Comprehensive Benefits
Confidential Opportunity – Established Regional Law Firm
A well-established and highly respected regional law firm is seeking a Civil Litigation Associate Attorney with 1–5 years of litigation experience to join its Bridgeport, Connecticut office. This is an outstanding opportunity for an attorney looking to build courtroom experience, manage meaningful cases, and develop professionally within a collaborative and supportive litigation practice.
The ideal candidate will have experience in civil litigation or insurance defense and be eager to take on increasing responsibility while working alongside experienced trial attorneys.
Practice Areas
The successful candidate will work on a variety of sophisticated litigation matters, including:
- Insurance Defense
- Professional Liability
- Legal Malpractice Defense
- General Liability
- Premises Liability
- Civil Litigation
Responsibilities
- Independently manage a civil litigation caseload from inception through resolution.
- Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests, and other litigation documents.
- Conduct legal research and prepare legal memoranda.
- Handle written discovery, depositions, and motion practice.
- Prepare for and attend mediations, hearings, arbitrations, and trials.
- Develop litigation strategies in collaboration with senior attorneys.
- Communicate regularly with clients, expert witnesses, opposing counsel, and the courts.
- Prepare status reports and maintain exceptional client service throughout each matter.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school.
- Active Connecticut Bar admission or eligibility for admission through the Uniform Bar Examination (UBE).
- 1–5 years of civil litigation experience, preferably in insurance defense or a related practice area.
- Experience drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery responses.
- Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and time management abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while working both independently and collaboratively.
- Judicial clerkship experience is a plus but not required.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary: $105,000–$130,000 (commensurate with experience)
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Life Insurance
- Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Military Leave
- Flexible Paid Time Off
- 12 Paid Holidays
- Mobile Phone Stipend
- Professional Development & Continuing Education Program
- Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
- Employee discounts on travel, entertainment, and more
Why Consider This Opportunity?
- Join a respected and growing regional litigation practice.
- Gain hands-on experience handling sophisticated civil litigation matters.
- Work closely with experienced litigators committed to mentoring and professional development.
- Build courtroom, deposition, and motion practice experience early in your career.
- Enjoy a collegial, team-oriented culture with excellent long-term growth potential.
- Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.
This is a confidential search for an established law firm with an expanding litigation practice. Qualified attorneys seeking challenging work, strong mentorship, and long-term career advancement are encouraged to apply for a confidential discussion.
Feel free reach out to Jessica at 605-846-8647 or jessica.merkel@gogpac.com
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
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