A sophisticated and rapidly growing Connecticut litigation boutique is seeking an attorney with at least three years of civil litigation experience to join its expanding defense litigation practice.

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney seeking hands-on litigation experience, meaningful client interaction, and the opportunity to work on a broad range of sophisticated matters within a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment. The firm handles a diverse mix of litigation matters, including complex commercial disputes, tort and personal injury defense, and other high-exposure civil litigation matters.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Diverse and sophisticated litigation practice
• Significant hands-on responsibility and direct client interaction
• Opportunity to develop deposition, courtroom, and trial experience
• Growing and entrepreneurial firm with long-term advancement potential
• Collegial, collaborative, and highly supportive culture
• Beautiful office in a desirable Hartford-area location
• Flexible environment with occasional remote work flexibility
• Competitive compensation, bonus eligibility, 401(k), and comprehensive benefits

The Role

Attorneys in this practice play an active role in all phases of litigation, including:

• Drafting pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation filings
• Managing discovery and developing case strategy
• Taking and defending depositions
• Attending court appearances, hearings, and mediations
• Assisting with trial preparation and trials
• Working directly with clients, partners, and expert witnesses
• Managing matters from inception through resolution

This role offers substantial substantive responsibility and is ideal for attorneys looking to continue building sophisticated litigation skills within a supportive team environment.

Ideal Candidates

The firm is interested in attorneys who are:

• Strong writers, communicators, and analytical thinkers
• Motivated to take ownership of litigation matters
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced and collaborative environment
• Interested in developing a long-term civil defense litigation practice

Admission to the Connecticut Bar, or the ability to become admitted upon hire, is required.

The Culture

The firm has cultivated a culture centered on collaboration, mutual respect, professionalism, and teamwork. Attorneys are given meaningful responsibility while working in an environment that values mentorship, professional development, and collegiality. The atmosphere is professional yet approachable, combining sophisticated legal work with a supportive and engaging workplace culture.

The firm strongly values diversity, inclusion, and respect for differing viewpoints and experiences, and seeks attorneys who thrive in a team-oriented environment grounded in integrity and shared success.

For consideration, please provide your resume, law school transcript, and a writing sample. Cover letters 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.