Associate Attorney - Litigation

Preti Flaherty, one of New England’s largest law firms with offices in ME, NH, MA, and Washington, D.C. is seeking an experienced attorney to join the firm’s dynamic and growing Litigation Practice Group. This hybrid position is based in our downtown Concord, NH office and offers an engaging roster of work in litigation on behalf of Preti’s regional and national clients.

 

Associates in Preti’s Litigation Practice Group enjoy a uniquely high level of client interaction, as well as responsibility and involvement in all aspects and levels of case work. We place a high value in cultivating talent and giving Associates early and frequent exposure to robust and challenging legal matters.

 

Our Litigation Practice Group consists of over 40 attorneys, with 30+ years of trial experience representing clients from more than 50 industries on matters in 42 states, 13 countries, and five Canadian provinces. We have appeared before judges and juries at more than 100 trials in Maine and New England, in both state and federal courts. Our efforts are supported by the full strength of our firm of more than 80 attorneys, spanning dozens of specialized practice areas. We believe our unique make-up and culture makes us a strongly positioned force in matters regional, national, and international. We pride ourselves on taking a solutions-based approach to client representation.

 

Education and Experience Required

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) Degree from an accredited law school
• Active bar membership (or anticipated) in New Hampshire
• 2-4+ years of litigation experience preferred
• A judicial clerkship is preferred but not required
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Experience drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal memoranda
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for client interaction and teamwork
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

 

Associates with 0-3 years of relevant experience: lockstep base salary range of $105,000 to $109,000 based upon years of experience, with eligibility to earn bonuses based on work production, origination, and discretionary factors. Associates with 3+ years' experience: base salary range of $110,000- $127,000, determined based on experience, performance, skills, and other relevant factors, with eligibility to earn work bonuses based on work production, origination, and discretionary factors.

Preti Flaherty offers a competitive salary and generous benefits package which includes health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, paid time off, paid holidays, and retirement benefits.