We are working with a dynamic and rapidly growing boutique law firm, located in a desirable Hartford suburb, who seeks attorneys with at least three years of civil defense litigation experience. Ideal candidates will assist in defending clients in medical malpractice defense matters as well as matters involving Department of Public Health investigations, pre-suit claims and risk management. The firm will consider candidates at the Associate, Counsel and Partner level. 

Candidates will contribute to day-to-day case management, which includes communicating directly with partners and clients, drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs, managing discovery, attending fact and expert depositions, court appearances, trial preparation and trials. Knowledge of state court practice and procedure is required, as is strong analytical, organizational, research and writing skills. Senior level attorneys (including Senior Associates) will also assist in supervising and mentoring Junior-to-Mid Level Associates and must have medical malpractice experience. For Junior-to-Mid Level Associate candidates, medical malpractice defense experience is a plus, but not required, however, the candidate should have a genuine interest in developing sophisticated experience and skills in medical malpractice defense and an interest in medical and scientific issues. The firm will consider candidates with transferable litigation skills from another civil/commercial litigation practice or candidates who work in a plaintiffs' practice with an interest in transitioning to a defense-based practice. Admission to the CT Bar, or the ability to become admitted, is required.

The firm offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, bonus eligibility, a wide range of benefits, including a 401(k) plan, a collegial and collaborative environment, a great work environment, a newly renovated office, free parking, and other perks. Due to the collaborative nature of the firm, attorneys are in the office regularly but have flexibility for occasional work from home days. For attorneys with at least seven years of experience, the firm will consider flexibility to the in-office expectation for those living outside of a reasonably commutable distance.

For consideration please provide your resume. A law school transcript, writing sample (preferably not edited by others), and cover letter are appreciated but not required. All applications are confidential and NOT shared with employers without the candidate's permission.

Oak Ridge Legal Search and the clients we work with are equal opportunity employers and provide equal opportunity to qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, sexual orientation, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status or any other legally protected class in accordance with all applicable laws.  If a level of experience is indicated, this is a guideline only and does not preclude applications from candidates with more or less experience.