We are working with a corporate restructuring, bankruptcy and commercial litigation boutique who is looking for an Associate with at least two years of commercial litigation practice to join its office in Fairfield County (CT).

The associate will assist in all aspects of commercial litigation and bankruptcy for sophisticated businesses and individuals. They will handle all aspects of case management across diverse areas of law in state and federal court from inception to completion including: drafting pleadings; managing discovery, including communicating and working with clients on discovery responses and compliance, and managing e-discovery; drafting, opposing, and arguing motions; conducting and defending depositions; conducting evidentiary hearings and trials; and drafting and arguing appeals. Admission to the CT Bar, or the ability to become admitted in CT upon hire, is required.

The successful candidate will have working knowledge of the CT Practice Book and CT civil practice; be admitted to practice, or be willing to apply for admission to practice, in the U.S. District Court for the District of CT; be proficient with LEXIS or a similar research platform; have experience with Relativity or a similar ESI review platform; have excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and legal research skills; and have strong academic credentials.

The position offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, and a collegial and collaborative work environment.

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.