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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates extensive civil litigation expertise, particularly in tort, contract, and civil rights cases, while effectively managing a diverse caseload. Strong oral and written communication skills are essential for drafting pleadings and arguing motions in superior and federal courts.
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Civil Litigation ExperienceMember Of Massachusetts BarTort Law ExpertiseContract Law ExpertiseExcellent Communication Skills
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Hard Skills
Drafting PleadingsConducting DiscoveryTaking DepositionsArguing Dispositive MotionsTrial Preparation
Soft Skills
Communication SkillsRespectful Work Environment Support
Certifications & Qualifications
Massachusetts Bar Membership
Industry Keywords
Civil Rights LitigationEmployment LitigationEminent DomainLand Use LawErroneous Convictions
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Represent and defend the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, its agencies, and employees in civil lawsuits
- Handle tort, contract, erroneous convictions, eminent domain, employment, and civil rights cases
- Maintain an active caseload
- Draft pleadings
- Conduct discovery
- Take and defend depositions
- Prepare and argue dispositive motions
- Try cases in superior and federal courts
Requirements
What you’ll need- Must be a member of the Massachusetts bar
- At least five (5) years of civil litigation experience
- Experience in tort, contracts, land use, eminent domain, civil rights, or employment litigation preferred
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Experience managing a large and varied caseload preferred
- Must have access to reliable transportation or a valid driver's license
- Ability to travel to various courts, client and opposing party locations, and law offices as required
- Interest in supporting a respectful and inclusive work environment
- Connection to the people and communities served
Benefits
Comp & perks- Hybrid work model with some remote workdays for most positions
- Pool cars available for work use
- Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities