Description:
Massachusetts law firm with fast paced and diverse legal practice offering an estate planning associate attorney position with compensation commensurate with experience and excellent benefits including paid vacation, paid holidays, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, and 401k with 3% employer contributions.Our firm offers a supportive team environment, mentorship from experienced attorneys, and the opportunity to work on meaningful cases that directly impact the lives of our clients.
Total Compensation:
Competitive Salary Commensurate with Experience PLUS Discretionary Bonus Compensation. Listed salary does not include discretionary bonus.
Employment Benefits: The firm offers paid vacation, paid holidays, 401(k) with 3% contributions by the firm for all employees, Health insurance, Vision insurance, Dental insurance, Disability insurance, and Life insurance. For the right candidate there are significant opportunities for increased compensation, growth, and advancement within the firm.
Job Description: The ideal candidate must be intelligent, well organized, and possess strong multitasking skills, legal research and writing skills, and a keen attention to detail. The positions require a strong work ethic and strong written and oral advocacy skills. The firm has a growing, fast-paced, and diverse law practice. Applicants with significant experience in estate planning are strongly encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities:
- Represent clients in legal proceedings.
- Draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and memoranda.
- Conduct legal research, discovery, and case strategy development.
- Attend and participate in court hearings, pre-trials, depositions, and trials.
- Maintain strong client communication and manage caseload independently with oversight as needed.
- Collaborate with other attorneys and legal staff within a supportive, team-based atmosphere.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
- Admitted to practice and in good standing in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts (additionally seeking Rhode Island).
- 2+ years experience.
- Strong work ethic, professional demeanor, and commitment to client service.
- Ability to manage time effectively, prioritize tasks, and work collaboratively with colleagues and clients.
What we offer:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Performance-based bonus opportunities.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- 401(k) with employer contributions.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Opportunities for mentorship, advancement, and continuing legal education.
- A positive and collegial work environment that values work-life balance.
