Litigation Associate Attorney (2-6yrs Exp)
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Litigation Associate Attorney (2-6yrs Exp)
Portland, ME
Posted 1 day ago
About the job
A full-service law firm valuing practical judgment, collaboration, and flexible client-focused legal solutions. Offers attorneys responsibility early, exposure to substantive matters, and a supportive, collegial environment to develop long-term legal careers.
Requirements
- Litigation experience 2-6 years
- Legal research and writing skills
- Draft pleadings, motions, discovery
- Manage multiple cases quickly
- Strong communication skills
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor degree
- Bar admission in Maine or NH
- Additional NE juris preferred
- Good judgment and teamwork
- Commitment to client solutions
Full job description
Real Litigation Exposure. Direct Client Contact. Early Responsibility.
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Scott Rundlett
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button and sending us your resume.
Salary: $110,000 - $175,000 per year
A bit about us:
We are a full-service law firm built by attorneys who wanted a more thoughtful and flexible way to practice law. Our work spans a broad range of legal matters, and we approach each engagement with a focus on practical judgment, collaboration, and efficiency. We value clear thinking over rigid process and encourage lawyers to understand the broader context of a client’s goals. Our teams work closely across disciplines, allowing us to adapt as matters evolve. Internally, we operate with a collegial mindset, open communication, and respect for different perspectives, believing that strong relationships and sound judgment lead to better outcomes for both clients and colleagues.
Why join us?
We provide an environment where lawyers can develop meaningful practices without being confined to narrow roles or predetermined paths. Attorneys are trusted with responsibility early, work directly with experienced colleagues, and gain exposure to substantive matters and clients. We value initiative, curiosity, and practical problem-solving, and we support lawyers who want to shape their careers thoughtfully over time. Our culture is professional and grounded, with an emphasis on flexibility, balance, and long-term sustainability. Good ideas are welcomed regardless of seniority, and success is measured by quality of work, collaboration, and personal growth—not by adherence to tradition alone.
Job Details
We are seeking a Litigation Associate to join a collaborative litigation practice handling a diverse mix of disputes across multiple industries and subject matters. In this role, we will provide meaningful responsibility from the outset, including direct client interaction, substantive motion practice, case strategy development, and exposure to all phases of litigation.
We value attorneys who are intellectually curious, proactive, and eager to develop into well-rounded litigators. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who enjoys challenging legal work, wants significant hands-on experience, and is looking to build a long-term litigation career within a team-oriented environment.
Responsibilities
Handle litigation matters through all stages of case development and resolution
Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests, responses, and legal memoranda
Conduct legal research and develop case strategy recommendations
Manage discovery, document review, and case organization
Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trial preparation
Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and witnesses
Collaborate with attorneys across multiple practice disciplines on complex matters
Maintain case deadlines and manage multiple active matters simultaneously
Qualifications
2-6 years of litigation experience preferred
Strong legal research, writing, and analytical abilities
Experience drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal memoranda
Ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment
Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated initiative and willingness to take ownership of matters
Judicial clerkship experience is helpful but not required
Requirements
Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
Active bar admission in either Maine or New Hampshire
Additional admissions in other New England jurisdictions are preferred
Strong professional judgment and ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively
Commitment to providing practical, client-focused legal solutions
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.
By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Scott Rundlett
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button and sending us your resume.
Salary: $110,000 - $175,000 per year
A bit about us:
We are a full-service law firm built by attorneys who wanted a more thoughtful and flexible way to practice law. Our work spans a broad range of legal matters, and we approach each engagement with a focus on practical judgment, collaboration, and efficiency. We value clear thinking over rigid process and encourage lawyers to understand the broader context of a client’s goals. Our teams work closely across disciplines, allowing us to adapt as matters evolve. Internally, we operate with a collegial mindset, open communication, and respect for different perspectives, believing that strong relationships and sound judgment lead to better outcomes for both clients and colleagues.
Why join us?
We provide an environment where lawyers can develop meaningful practices without being confined to narrow roles or predetermined paths. Attorneys are trusted with responsibility early, work directly with experienced colleagues, and gain exposure to substantive matters and clients. We value initiative, curiosity, and practical problem-solving, and we support lawyers who want to shape their careers thoughtfully over time. Our culture is professional and grounded, with an emphasis on flexibility, balance, and long-term sustainability. Good ideas are welcomed regardless of seniority, and success is measured by quality of work, collaboration, and personal growth—not by adherence to tradition alone.
Job Details
We are seeking a Litigation Associate to join a collaborative litigation practice handling a diverse mix of disputes across multiple industries and subject matters. In this role, we will provide meaningful responsibility from the outset, including direct client interaction, substantive motion practice, case strategy development, and exposure to all phases of litigation.
We value attorneys who are intellectually curious, proactive, and eager to develop into well-rounded litigators. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who enjoys challenging legal work, wants significant hands-on experience, and is looking to build a long-term litigation career within a team-oriented environment.
Responsibilities
Handle litigation matters through all stages of case development and resolution
Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests, responses, and legal memoranda
Conduct legal research and develop case strategy recommendations
Manage discovery, document review, and case organization
Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trial preparation
Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and witnesses
Collaborate with attorneys across multiple practice disciplines on complex matters
Maintain case deadlines and manage multiple active matters simultaneously
Qualifications
2-6 years of litigation experience preferred
Strong legal research, writing, and analytical abilities
Experience drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal memoranda
Ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment
Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated initiative and willingness to take ownership of matters
Judicial clerkship experience is helpful but not required
Requirements
Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
Active bar admission in either Maine or New Hampshire
Additional admissions in other New England jurisdictions are preferred
Strong professional judgment and ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively
Commitment to providing practical, client-focused legal solutions
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.
By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy
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