Associate Attorney

Pay: $90,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Build your litigation career with a respected, collaborative legal team handling sophisticated matters in state and federal courts.
• Benefit from a formal mentorship program designed to strengthen your legal skills and support long-term advancement.
• Grow toward increasing responsibility and potential future shareholder opportunities.
• Enjoy a collegial environment that values excellent work while supporting a strong quality of life.
• Receive excellent benefits, including a generous 401(k) match, health insurance, dental insurance, disability and life insurance, paid time off, parental leave, and flexible spending options.
• Earn additional compensation through multiple bonus opportunities.
• Gain exposure to diverse litigation matters while working alongside experienced attorneys.
• Potential hybrid flexibility may be considered over time for the right person after an initial in-office period.

Location: Concord, New Hampshire. This role is initially on-site so you can integrate closely with our attorneys, clients, and firm culture. Over time, we may consider a hybrid arrangement for the right person, including limited remote work or work from another office.

Note: Candidates must hold a J.D. from an accredited law school and be licensed in good standing with the New Hampshire Bar or be eligible for admission through waiver. Approximately 1+ years of civil litigation experience is preferred, particularly experience in state and federal courts.

About Us

Confidential Employer. We are an established regional law firm known for sophisticated legal work, practical advocacy, and a collaborative approach to serving clients. Our attorneys work across litigation, business, regulatory, and public policy matters, giving associates exposure to challenging work and experienced mentors. We believe talented attorneys do their best work when they have meaningful responsibility, professional support, and the ability to maintain a fulfilling life outside the office.

Job Description

• Manage and support civil litigation matters in state and federal courts.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and develop clear, practical litigation strategies.
• Participate in discovery, depositions, hearings, negotiations, and case preparation.
• Communicate directly and professionally with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and colleagues.
• Take increasing ownership of matters while collaborating with experienced attorneys.
• Organize deadlines, case strategy, documents, and client needs across multiple active matters.
• Contribute to a team-oriented practice while continuing to develop your litigation skills and professional judgment.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Licensed in good standing and admitted in New Hampshire or eligible to waive into the New Hampshire Bar.
• 1+ years of civil litigation experience preferred.
• State and federal court litigation experience preferred.
• Strong legal research, drafting, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
• Independent, proactive, and comfortable taking ownership of assignments.
• Strong professional references.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will join a professional, approachable team that wants associates to build meaningful careers rather than simply fill a seat. We invest in mentorship, professional development, and hands-on experience while providing opportunities to grow your responsibilities over time. You will also have access to excellent benefits, bonus opportunities, potential future hybrid flexibility, and the quality-of-life advantages of practicing in New Hampshire.

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Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance