Boston Lateral Associate
Boston · Full time · Posted 6H AGO
Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan LLP is seeking outstanding lateral candidates from all class years with excellent litigation skills, including discovery, brief writing, taking and defending depositions, pre-trial preparation, and trial experience, appropriate for the class year. Ideal candidates will be familiar with complex business litigation in both federal and state court. Experience drafting ready-to-file documents such as pleadings, motions, and discovery responses, the ability to independently manage case files and tasks, and strong research, analysis, and writing skills are required. An impressive level of academic achievement and experience practicing litigation at a peer firm or as a judicial clerk are preferred qualifications. Candidates should be admitted in, or be in process of being admitted to, the state in which they are applying.
This role is ideal for candidates seeking substantive work, a high level of responsibility early in their careers, and regular direct contact with both partners and clients. Candidates with science and engineering backgrounds and IP/patent litigation experience or interest are especially encouraged to apply.
Quinn Emanuel offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees including medical, dental, and vision insurance; firm-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability coverage; a 401(k) plan with discretionary profit sharing; paid holidays, sick leave, and parental leave; and additional voluntary benefits.
Quinn Emanuel is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic.
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