General Liability Litigation Associate

Traub Lieberman is a nationally recognized law firm with over 90 attorneys across six offices. With a strong foundation in various service areas and a focus on strategic expansion, we offer more than just a job. We offer a place to build a dynamic legal career. Our firm offers a client-focused environment that fosters innovation, encourages collaboration, and prioritizes your professional development.

We are proud to foster a team culture that is not only high-performing but also genuinely supportive and family-friendly.

Traub Lieberman Straus & Shrewsberry is seeking a Litigation Associate (1-5 years) to join the General Liability practice group in our Watertown, Connecticut office. The role involves all phases of civil lawsuits with Partner oversight, including client contact, investigation, pleadings, discovery, motions, and mediations. The associate will regularly handle court appearances, depositions, and hearings, and will be responsible for communicating with clients and claims professionals and providing status reports to relevant team members.

The ideal candidate should be dependable, organized, hardworking, and motivated to take ownership of tasks and grow their skills as an attorney.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or practicing attorney who is interested in joining a dynamic and collegial team in a national law firm. Traub Lieberman fosters a collaborative team environment, with colleagues gladly offering training and answering questions to support team members' success. As a member of our team, the attorney will gain hands‑on experience and work closely with partners who are invested in their professional development and growth.

Traub Lieberman offers a collaborative team environment and maintains an active training program to promote professional growth. As a member of our team, the attorney will have the opportunity to gain hands‑on experience and work closely with partners who are invested in their professional development and growth.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life, Short‑Term, and Long‑Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Paid vacation and Holidays
• Associate Bonus Program
• Paid Parking
• In‑House Continuing Education Credits
• Additional Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts

At Traub Lieberman, we offer a supportive, growth‑oriented environment where your contributions are valued. Whether you're tackling high‑stakes litigation or collaborating with top attorneys in the field, we provide the resources, mentorship, and professional development to help you succeed.

Traub Lieberman is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, veteran status, or disability in our recruiting, hiring, and promoting practices.

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in Connecticut and/or New York, or soon to be admitted.
• 1-5 years of litigation experience preferred but not required.
• Defense experience in one or more (preferred) of the following areas:
  • General liability
  • Premises liability
  • Motor vehicle/trucking liability
  • Construction litigation
• Familiarity with Connecticut and/or New York rules, civil procedure, and court practice.
• Superior writing, research, and communication skills.
• This is a full‑time in‑office position in our Watertown, CT office, with flexibility for remote work when needed.