What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Associate position at KLR Executive Search Group LLC?
KLR Executive Search Group is thrilled to exclusively partner with a distinguished, mid-sized law firm in Providence, RI, renowned for its top-tier legal services and strong ties to the community. They are currently seeking a skilled Litigation Associate to join their dynamic and collaborative team, where you will have the opportunity to handle diverse, high-level cases and grow your legal expertise.
The Opportunity:
This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside a team of seasoned attorneys with deep expertise across various practice areas. You will collaborate in developing strategic solutions and gain hands-on experience in a wide range of litigation matters. The firm handles diverse client needs, including corporate and business litigation, real estate and construction disputes, employment and labor issues, healthcare litigation, trust, estate, and probate matters, insolvency cases, as well as tort and insurance litigation. This role offers significant opportunities for professional growth while working on challenging and impactful cases.
This firm offers a flexible hybrid work model, blending in-office collaboration with remote work to promote a healthy work-life balance. With a lower billable hours requirement compared to larger firms, it fosters a supportive environment where attorneys can excel in their careers while maintaining personal well-being.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct legal research and draft legal documents, pleadings, and assist with the discovery process.
- Conduct client consultations, take and defend depositions, and prepare for court hearings and trials.
- Provide support in preparing and attending court hearings, ensuring thorough case preparation.
- Prepare for and lead trials, providing strong courtroom representation for clients.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials and current admission in good standing to the Rhode Island Bar (MA Licensure is a plus).
- 3 years of civil litigation experience, including trial work, motion practice, discovery, dispositive motions, and appellate work; experience with alternative dispute resolution (arbitration/mediation) is a plus.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and upholding high ethical standards.
