Attorney

• Manage a personal docket of employment litigation matters from intake through settlement, dispositive motion practice, or trial in state, federal, and administrative forums
• Interview clients, assess claims, and maintain consistent communication throughout each phase of representation to deliver a high level of client service
• Prepare persuasive pleadings, written motions, discovery requests and responses, and other litigation materials that support case strategy
• Take and defend depositions, develop factual records, and coordinate evidence gathering to strengthen claims and prepare matters for resolution or trial
• Appear regularly before courts and administrative bodies for conferences, hearings, and other proceedings related to active cases
• Contribute to case strategy by evaluating legal issues, identifying risks, and shaping arguments for employment and related civil rights matters
• Assist with litigation involving alleged civil rights violations, including matters connected to unlawful searches or excessive force, as needed
• Work independently while partnering with paralegal and administrative team members to keep cases organized, moving, and trial-ready

• Juris Doctor degree and active Rhode Island bar admission, or eligibility and willingness to obtain admission in Rhode Island
• At least 2 years of litigation experience, with prior work in employment or civil rights disputes strongly preferred
• Demonstrated ability to oversee cases through multiple stages of litigation with limited day-to-day supervision
• Strong skills in legal research, written advocacy, oral argument, and overall courtroom communication
• Experience drafting motions, handling discovery, and participating in depositions in civil litigation matters
• Ability to manage a demanding workload effectively in a fast-paced plaintiff-side or comparable litigation setting
• Massachusetts bar admission is advantageous but not required
• Candidates from defense-side backgrounds will be considered if they have a sincere interest in representing plaintiffs

Massachusetts bar admission

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