Litigation Associate/ Associate Lawyer

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Most litigation associates spend years managing discovery and drafting briefs without ever learning how exceptional trial lawyers prepare cases for trial. In this role at Chaffin Luhana, you will work directly with experienced trial lawyers on high-stakes plaintiff litigation, supporting experienced trial lawyers in developing the evidence, witness testimony, expert strategy, and trial presentation that drive successful outcomes.. You will help prepare complex cases for trial from the earliest stages of investigation through verdict. That means interviewing witnesses, uncovering critical facts, mastering complex documentary evidence, working closely with expert witnesses, preparing depositions, developing persuasive legal arguments, and helping shape compelling trial presentations.
Our practice includes complex plaintiff litigation involving product liability, sexual assault, catastrophic injury, mass torts, and other high-impact civil matters. Through direct mentoring and hands-on experience, you will develop the skills necessary to become an exceptional litigation attorney with increasing exposure to trial work overtime. This position is ideally based in our Stamford, Connecticut office because we believe trial skills are best developed through close collaboration and mentorship. We are, however, open to exceptional remote candidates who are willing to travel regularly for depositions, witness preparation, trial preparation, and trials.
As a key member of the trial team, you will help build and prepare complex cases from initial investigation through trial.
Analyze large volumes of documentary evidence, discovery, and testimony to identify the facts, themes, and strategy that will shape successful cases.

~ Develop case chronologies, factual analyses, and strategic recommendations for trial teams.

~ Draft and respond to written discovery, including interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admission.

~ Conduct sophisticated legal research and draft persuasive motions, briefs, evidentiary motions, and trial memoranda.

~ Prepare deposition outlines, defend and take depositions, and analyze testimony for strategic use throughout the litigation.

~ Assist in identifying, retaining, and preparing expert witnesses, including helping develop expert opinions, supporting materials, and reports.

~ Prepare trial exhibits, witness examinations, demonstrative evidence, exhibit lists, and other trial materials.

~ Support trial teams during hearings, focus groups, mediations, and trials, taking on increasing responsibility as your experience and performance warrant.

The ideal candidate has at least 4–6 years of complex civil litigation experience and is motivated by the opportunity to become an exceptional trial lawyer.
Has strong experience in complex civil litigation.

~ Takes ownership of projects while collaborating effectively with colleagues.

~ Believes exceptional trial lawyers continually grow through self-awareness, honest feedback, and a commitment to personal and professional development.

~ Become a trusted member of multiple litigation and trial teams.

~ Work closely with expert witnesses and help prepare clients and witnesses for deposition and trial.

~ We invest in our people because we believe that exceptional advocacy comes from continuous learning, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence.
If youre looking for more than another litigation position—if youre looking for a career where youll be challenged, mentored, and given the opportunity to become an outstanding trial lawyer—wed welcome the opportunity to meet you.

Financial Benefits
~Charitable Donations: The Chaffin Luhana Foundation makes an annual donation to the charity of your choice.

Medical Benefits
~ Healthcare Insurance: $460 per employee or family towards their monthly health premium. Dental Insurance: Full coverage towards an employee’s dental premium, less than $1 monthly. You will only pay $12 a year for your dental plan.

~ Health Reimbursement Account (HRA): Contribute up to $500 pre-tax towards your annual medical deductible.

~ Family / Dependent Care: You can contribute up to $5,000 pre-tax Dependent Care (DCR).

~ Flex Spending Account: Contribute up to $1,000 pre-tax towards your medical Flex Spending Account (FSA).

Tax-free Transit Commute: You can contribute up to $280 per month pre-tax towards your transit ticket (TRN).

~ Discounted Parking: You can contribute up to $280 per month pre-tax towards a pay-for-parking plan (PKG).

Celebrate the Holidays: Office closed for 10 public holidays.

~ Weeklong Holiday Break: Office usually closed for at least a week between Christmas and New Year’s Day.

Casual Dress: Enjoy our business casual dress code.

~ Enhance Your Skills: Up to $500 annually for continued education/training.

~ Learn How You’re Wired: Our employees take a Kolbe Assessment so they can learn their instinctive method of operation. Time Management: Time Management Luncheons with senior management team to take your projects, team, and organization to the next level.

~ Annual Bonus: Year-end discretionary bonus.

~ Chaffin Luhana LLP does not discriminate based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities.