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Job Description A courtroom-forward litigation role in Fairfield County, built for attorneys who like owning their work, moving matters efficiently, and building real reps in front of Connecticut courts. Mission Recruiting represents a well-established local firm with a direct, no-nonsense culture, strong mentorship, and reasonable hours. What you will do • Handle a mix of commercial litigation matters involving real estate, eviction, family, injury, and general liability., • Both plaintiff & defense-side litigation, • Regular court appearances, mediations, and hearings, • Draft and argue motions, and help drive case strategy from day one, • Work directly with clients early in the case and maintain steady communication, • Jump on urgent issues when they arise, including Connecticut-specific prejudgment remedy work What tends to make someone successful here • Connecticut Bar admission in good standing, • Comfort in court, including motion practice and fast-moving hearings, • A self-starting style with solid judgment and clean legal writing, • An interest in learning a specific litigation approach through in-person mentorship Compensation and benefits • Base salary targeted around $120,000 to $125,000, with flexibility into higher ranges for standout candidates, • Discretionary bonus, • Health, dental, vision, PTO, and 401(k), • No formal billable-hour requirement, but time is tracked, • Typical schedule lands around an 8:00 to 8:30 AM start and a 6:00 to 6:30 PM finish Location and work style • 100% in-office, • Trumbull, CT, is a Fairfield County community near Bridgeport, Stratford, and Shelton, with quick access to outdoor breaks like the Pequannock River Valley Park trail system If you would like to take the next step in your legal career, reach out to Mission Recruiting to set up a confidential conversation to discuss details and apply. Salary Range: $120,000 to $125,000 Reference: 148128 #ZR #IND2

Job Description A national insurance coverage/policyholder law firm with offices in Fairfield County, Connecticut, seeks an associate attorney or of counsel with 2 - 5 years of experience litigating complex insurance claims, analyzing and drafting insurance policy language, and/or providing insurance coverage opinions. Requirements - Associate Attorney • JD from an accredited law school and current admission to Connecticut Bar, in good standing, • Significant State or Federal court litigation experience, including drafting pleadings, taking depositions and motions practice, • High intelligence, problem solving abilities and creativity, • Personal responsibility, strong work ethic and commitment to firm's clients, • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, • Flexibility to work in a highly collaborative team environment, • Strong organization, time management, project management and matter management skills The Firm intentionally cultivates a culture of support, growth, respect, acknowledgment, equity, and excellence, where all contributions are valued. As a high-performance law firm, it understands that its success reflects team members' dedication, ingenuity, and passion and that it strives to bring out the best in its people. The firm seeks people who work smartly, are strategic, and are committed to connecting with the firm's philosophy. The successful attorney candidate is also meticulous, focused, and detail-oriented and ensures that all stakeholders are kept apprised of critical matters. Why this Opportunity? - Associate Attorney • Competitive compensation., • Work-life balance., • Unique, sophisticated, collaborative, intellectual practice., • Strong mentorship and professional development and training programs., • Transparent, merit-based compensation formula and promotion system., • Opportunity for advancement to partner and ownership. Hybrid available based on demonstrated ability, but not fully remote. Competitive annual salary based on experience. Significant non-discretionary performance-based bonus Comprehensive employee benefits packages + retirement plan/profit sharing Apply Thank you for considering this Associate Attorney position in Trumbull, Connecticut. We hope to receive your inquiry and resume. Confidentiality is a cornerstone of our recruiting services.

Job Description Criminal Defense Attorney: Fairfield & New Haven Counties Territory Are you a new attorney who thinks they chose the wrong practice area? Are you looking for a chance to practice criminal law because you always considered it, but civil or family practice appealed to you out of law school but now you realize that you are not getting joy from that practice? Are you a senior lawyer who can’t imagine 10, 20, or 30 more years of this daily grind and want to get into court, daily, helping people navigate real-world legal problems instead of shuffling motions for a faceless corporate entity that doesn’t bake you cookies when you help them win a case (yes, that happens to us sometimes!) The firm’s legal department is seeking an additional full-time Criminal Lawyer to join its team at its Shelton, CT headquarters. This position is primarily in-office, with limited hybrid flexibility based on professional sensibility and the needs of the clients. The role covers a criminal defense caseload throughout Fairfield and New Haven Counties. You must reside in either Fairfield or New Haven County and be willing to commute to courthouses across both judicial districts. We are committed to hiring attorneys who are passionate about helping people, have a ‘no job too big or too small’ mentality, and understand that a person’s experience with the firm does not begin and end in the courtroom. Ruane Attorneys invests in the success and growth of the firm by hiring teammates that not only understand the law but also understand the real-world impact people face when going through a legal matter. This is a perfect opportunity to join a firm with an established team of passionate individuals committed to high standards of representation and client service. Compensation: $100,000 - $125,000 yearly Responsibilities: • Serve under the direction of a Pod Leader (a senior paralegal) who manages client assignments within the Pod, • Maintain consistent and proactive communication with clients using firm-approved systems (email, SMS, written correspondence), • Keep timely and accurate file notes in accordance with firm protocols, • Appear in court on behalf of clients for arraignments, pretrials, motions, and other proceedings, • Conduct legal research and draft and file motions as necessary, • Must be an active Bar member in good standing with no pending or prior disciplinary history, • Must reside in Connecticut, • Demonstrated adaptability and calm in high-pressure situations, • Excellent organizational and time-management skills, • Comfortable working independently while supported by a larger team, • Strong written and verbal communication skills, • Reliable transportation (mileage reimbursement provided), • Comfortable using Macs and legal research tools (Westlaw, Lexis), • 1–20 years of experience preferred, but new attorneys will be trained Compensation Benefits • $100,000 - $125,000 yearly, • Mileage reimbursement, • Medical, dental, and disability insurance, • 401(k) retirement plan, • Up to 50% share of referral revenue for cases you generate on your own initiative Career Growth This role can lead to a variety of long-term opportunities within the firm. Previous coverage attorneys have moved into Pod-based primary attorney positions, litigation-focused roles, and leadership tracks. Whether you’re seeking to grow into a permanent courtroom role or prefer flexibility long-term, we have a path that fits. About Company We are a mid-sized law firm headquartered in Shelton, CT, with offices and attorneys throughout Connecticut. The firm handles all areas of criminal, motor vehicle, and DUI defense. We fight for underdogs daily. Our firm was built on the understanding that comprehensive representation does not begin and end in the courtroom. We want clients to be satisfied with their choice of firm, not just with their choice of attorney. Client service and support staff are dedicated to making the experience of retaining an attorney as smooth as possible and ensuring that no client ever has a question or concern that goes unanswered. It doesn’t matter how good an attorney is if they don’t pay close attention to the wants and needs of the client. We want to make sure that each client is as happy with the experience they have with our firm as they are with the ultimate result of their case. We are an equal-opportunity employer and encourage Veterans to apply.

Job Description AV rated civil litigation firm in Shelton seeks associate attorney for our growing statewide insurance defense practice. 0 to 3 years of experience in personal injury litigation (plaintiff or defense), including experience with court appearances and depositions, is preferred but not required. Recent law school graduates will be considered. Strong academic credentials and writing skills are required. Salary commensurate with experience ($70,000 to $100,000). We are seeking candidates with specific interest in civil litigation and trial practice.Job Types: Full-time, ContractBenefits: • Health insurance, • Paid time off, • Retirement planLicense/Certification:, • admission to Connecticut Bar (Required)Work Location: In person