Litigation Associate

McCarter & English, LLP, a well-established and growing law firm, is seeking a talented and driven associate having 3-6 years of experience with a strong academic background and excellent writing skills, admitted to practice in Connecticut. Candidates admitted to both Connecticut and New York will be given a preference. The ideal candidate will have experience handling real estate and financial services litigation and other creditors’ rights matters in and out of Connecticut state and federal courts. Salary range for this position is $190,000-$220,000 annually, depending on level of experience. Candidates must be eager to succeed in a fast-paced environment that rewards dedication and industriousness. Candidates who receive an offer of employment will be processed through a background check which will be an individualized assessment based on the applicant’s or employee’s specific record and the duties and requirements of the specific job.

Requirements

3-6 years of experience; Strong academic background; Excellent writing skills; Admitted to practice in Connecticut; Eager to succeed in a fast-paced environment that rewards dedication and industriousness

Nice to have

Admission to both Connecticut and New York; Experience handling real estate and financial services litigation and other creditors' rights matters in and out of Connecticut state and federal courts

Benefits

Basic life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance; Short-term and long-term disability benefits; Comprehensive medical/prescription drug coverage including high deductible health plan with HSA contribution; Dental and vision coverage; Supplemental health plans; Flexible spending accounts; Optional Life and AD&D insurance; Supplemental STD coverage; 401(k) plan with pre-tax, Roth and after-tax contributions; Paid Time Off; Paid holidays; Leaves of absence; Employee assistance program and behavioral health services; Firm-paid backup child/elder care, academic support and pet care program; Tax-advantaged college savings 529 Plan; Employee discounts; Discretionary bonus