CURRENT LISTINGS
1L Diveristy Transactional Summer Program (Boston, MA Office)
Employer: Sullivan & Worcester
Posted: January 21, 2021
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General Counsel – 200007R3 (Boston, MA Office)
Employer: Massachusetts Civil Service Commission
Posted: November 23, 2020
Description:
The Massachusetts Civil Service Commission (Commission) is a quasi-judicial appellate board whose mission is to ensure that public employment decisions are made based on merit, free of any personal or political bias.
The Commission hears and decides appeals by persons including, but not limited to: permanent, tenured civil service employees appealing a disciplinary action by a state agency or city or town; candidates bypassed for appointment or promotion to a state or local civil service position; civil service exam applicants contesting their examination results; and state employees seeking to be reclassified. Approximately 200-250 are received annually.
Individual members of the Commission, pursuant to Chapter 31 of the General Laws and the Standard Adjudicatory Rules of Practice and Procedure (801 CMR 1.01 et seq.), conduct hearings and then draft decisions for review by the full, 5-member Commission. Commission decisions are subject to judicial review under G.L. c. 30A.
Consistent with COVID-19 protocols, most Commission business is currently being conducted remotely and employees are working remotely.
General Summary of Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide sound legal advice to Commissioners regarding G.L. c. 31, other areas of law relevant to the decision-making process; and 801 CMR 01, including those matters related to discovery, admissibility of exhibits, confidentiality, privilege, etc.
- Conduct legal research on all relevant matters, including those related to issues of first impression and matters that require determining legislative intent.
- When necessary, serve as a hearing officer at remote or in-person hearings across Massachusetts and draft recommended decisions for review by the Commission.
- Review/edit Commission decisions drafted by Commissioners prior to issuance to ensure that decisions will withstand judicial review.
- Serve as the liaison with the Office of the Attorney General, assisting with judicial challenges to Commission decisions.
- Serve as: the Commission’s Records Access Officer, responding to all public records and related requests and ensuring compliance with the state’s records retention requirements; and other roles in which the incumbent has relevant experience (e.g. – ADA Coordinator, etc.).
- Supervise law students participating in a law clerk program in which 2nd and 3rd year law students assist the Commission by attending hearings and writing draft decisions.
- Assist with the development of rules, policies, and procedures and implement those adopted by the Commission.
Required Qualifications:
- A Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and a current license to practice law in Massachusetts.
- At least six years of experience working in a law firm, corporate in-house legal department, government agency or non-profit organization, or similar setting.
- Ability to work remotely.
- Ability to work independently, manage caseloads, and complete other tasks with limited administrative support.
- Ability to travel throughout the commonwealth as assigned and necessary
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, and Outlook, and with video conferencing platforms (i.e. Webex, Zoom, Microsoft Teams).
- Demonstrated proficiency in legal research methods, procedures and analysis, oral and written advocacy, and creative problem-solving.
- Ability to communicate clearly, practically, and logically in verbal and written forms.
- Sound judgment skills and discipline in handling confidential information with discretion.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Ability to understand and apply laws, rules, and regulations governing agency operations.
- Ability to establish rapport and maintain harmonious working relationships with others.
Preferred Qualifications:
- At least six years of experience in labor or employment law – public sector preferred.
- Past experience working at, with, or before the Civil Service Commission or a similar quasi-judicial agency or the equivalent.
- Ability to become proficient with case tracking software (e.g. – Time Matters).
Pre-Hire Process:
Any candidate interviews will be done remotely via Webex video conferencing and will be audio/video recorded.
A background check will be completed on the recommended candidate. Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines.
Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Record Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website.
First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.
An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Qualifications
MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must have at least (A) six (6) years of full-time or, equivalent part-time, professional, administrative, supervisory, or managerial experience in business administration, business management, public administration, public management, clinical administration or clinical management of which (B) at least two (2) years must have been in a supervisory or managerial capacity or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and substitutions below.
Substitutions:
I. A certificate in a relevant or related field may be substituted for one (1) year of the required (A) experience.
II. A Bachelor’s degree in a related field may be substituted for two (2) years of the required (A) experience.
III. A Graduate degree in a related field may be substituted for three (3) years of the required (A) experience.
IV. A Doctorate degree in a related field may be substituted for four (4) years of the required (A) experience.
An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
IP Associate (Patent – Chemistry) (Boston, MA Office)
Employer: McCarter & English
Posted: October 13, 2020
Description:
McCarter & English, LLP is actively seeking a chemistry patent associate with an advanced degree in chemistry for its offices located in Boston, MA or Stamford, CT. Candidates should have 2-10 years of experience as a patent attorney or patent agent. Candidates should have an advanced degree in organic chemistry or significant industrial experience of at least five years in organic chemistry. Patent experience in the pharmaceutical industry is a plus. Candidates must possess superior academic credentials and 2-6 years of experience in drafting and prosecuting chemistry patent applications.
In addition to admission to at least one State bar, candidates should be registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Ideal candidates will have a Ph.D., possess excellent writing, interpersonal, and communication skills, and have experience in drafting and prosecuting chemistry patent applications. Please send resume and cover letter to recruiting@mccarter.com to the attention of Christine Lydon.
Commercial Litigation Associate
Employer: Todd & Weld
Posted: October 5, 2020
Description:
Todd & Weld LLP, a Boston-based firm of trial lawyers, seeks an associate with approximately 4-5 years of experience in complex commercial litigation. Candidates must have excellent writing, research, and interpersonal skills; outstanding academic credentials; and experience practicing in Massachusetts state and federal courts. Candidates should desire to develop an active trial practice and be eager to take responsibility for a varied caseload with significant client contact. Large-firm background preferred. Must be admitted to practice in Massachusetts.
Todd & Weld values collegiality and diversity within our firm and is an equal opportunity employer.
Please submit cover letter, resume, and writing sample via email to Shira Diner, Director of Associate Development & Recruitment, Todd & Weld LLP, sdiner@toddweld.com.
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Employer: The Board of Bar Overseers
Posted: Septemeber 25, 2020
The Board of Bar Overseers encourages interested attorneys and members of the public across the Commonwealth to apply for appointment to a three-year term (2021-2023) as a volunteer Hearing Committee member. Hearing Committees sit in panels of three as fact-finding tribunals in disciplinary proceedings brought against individual attorneys by the Office of Bar Counsel. The Committees hear testimony, take evidence, make adjudicatory rulings and, with the assistance of a Board attorney, prepare a written report and recommendation for the Board of Bar Overseers. We are conducting remote (virtual) hearings at this time and into the foreseeable future. Applicants must have a computer equipped with a camera and microphone as well as reliable internet, and be comfortable with the use of remote technology.
Committee members receive no monetary compensation and devote their time as a public service in the vital interest of preserving the integrity of the legal profession. The Board will provide comprehensive training, including in the use of the relevant remote technology.
The Board seeks to maintain a broad-based representation of attorneys and members of the public within the Committee ranks, and strongly encourages diverse applicants, women, candidates with varied backgrounds, small-firm practitioners,
and individuals in public service. Active members of the bar with at least ten years of professional experience should forward a statement of interest and résumé and should specify their major field(s) of practice. Members of the public (non-lawyers) may apply as long as they are not paralegals or employed in a legal-related field, and should complete an application form available on our website at http://www.massbbo.org/volunteer. Please note that all Hearing Committee members are considered special state employees subject to the state conflict of interest law, G.L. c. 268A.
Ready to apply?
Contact Sandra Mahabir, by mail at: Board of Bar Overseers, 99 High Street, Boston, MA 02110, or e-mail at: HCR@massbbo.org on or before October 31, 2020.
Employer: Fish & Richardson
Posted: July 20, 2020
Global intellectual property firm Fish & Richardson is hiring. Come join the #1 patent practice in the country as a patent prosecution associate in our Boston office. At Fish, we promote a creative, respectful, and inclusive culture that values the diversity of people, and allows ingenuity to thrive. You will work on cutting-edge technologies for top-tier clients, working with legal practitioners who are leaders in our field. Through your combination of technical expertise and legal know-how, you will become a strategic advisor to clients who are among the world’s greatest innovators. You will be a respected teammate, joining an elite group of attorneys solving intellectual property issues for the world’s leading companies.
If you have a passion for science, engineering and intellectual property, we want to hear from you.
Who you are…
- You have a strong background in computer science, electrical engineering, physics, mechanical engineering or closely related field.
- You have 1-4 years of patent prosecution experience.
- You thrive when using your analytical skills to conduct complex and detailed analysis of legal matters.
- You have superior writing skills and excellent academic credentials.
- You enjoy communicating with a diverse groups of clients, attorneys, and staff.
- You are enthusiastic about working within a team-oriented environment and will contribute to effective team relationships.
- You have an active membership in the state bar and compliance with CLE requirements.
Ready to apply?
Please email your resume along with your transcripts and a writing sample to recruiting@fr.com
Commercial Litigation Associate
Employer: Todd & Weld
Posted: February 18, 2020
Description:
Todd & Weld LLP, a Boston-based firm of trial lawyers, seeks an associate with approximately 4-5 years of experience in complex commercial litigation. Candidates must have excellent writing, research, and interpersonal skills; outstanding academic credentials; and experience practicing in Massachusetts state and federal courts. Candidates should desire to develop an active trial practice and be eager to take responsibility for a varied caseload with significant client contact. Large-firm background preferred. Must be admitted to practice in Massachusetts.
Todd & Weld values collegiality and diversity within our firm and is an equal opportunity employer.
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and writing sample via email to Shira Diner, Director of Associate Development & Recruitment, Todd & Weld LLP, sdiner@toddweld.com.
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Real Estate Practice Group
Employer: DLA Piper
Posted: September 13, 2019
Description:
The Boston office of DLA Piper is seeking rising second-year law students to work as Summer Associates in the Real Estate practice group for 10 weeks during the summer of 2020.
The ideal candidate attends a top 20 law school in the US with a strong academic track record, outstanding written and oral communication skills, and a strong desire to practice in Real Estate in Boston following graduation and completion of the MA bar exam.
The opportunity will provide substantive exposure and experience working on commercial real estate matters.
Interested candidates may submit a cover letter, resume, transcript, and writing sample to christine.eastin@dlapiper.com. Please note that all candidates must also apply online at:
https://dlapiperus.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=19000517&lang=en&sns
If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process or if you have any questions about the process, please contact Chrissie Eastin at christine.eastin@dlapiper.com.
DLA Piper, LLP (US) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class
Commercial Litigation Associate
Employer: Todd & Weld
Posted: September 6, 2019
Description:
Todd & Weld LLP, a Boston-based firm of trial lawyers, seeks an associate with approximately 4-5 years of experience in complex commercial litigation. Candidates must have excellent writing, research, and interpersonal skills; outstanding academic credentials; and experience practicing in Massachusetts state and federal courts. Candidates should desire to develop an active trial practice and be eager to take responsibility for a varied caseload with significant client contact. Large-firm background preferred. Must be admitted to practice in Massachusetts.
Todd & Weld values collegiality and diversity within our firm and is an equal opportunity employer.
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and writing sample via email to Shira Diner, Director of Associate Development & Recruitment, Todd & Weld LLP, sdiner@toddweld.com.
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Litigation & Enforcement – Mid Level Associate
Employer: Ropes & Gray
Posted: August 21, 2019
Description:
The Litigation and Enforcement practice group at Ropes & Gray are currently seeking a mid-level associate with native or fluent-level Spanish and/or Portuguese language capabilities to join the practice group in our Boston, New York, Chicago, London, San Francisco or Washington, D.C. office. Candidates should have three to five years of experience in internal and government investigations, anti-corruption and international risk matters, matters involving white-collar, money laundering, fraud, risk assessment, and regulatory work, and/or complex commercial litigation matters. Experience with global anti-bribery laws, including the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act of 1977 (FCPA), UK Bribery Act, trade sanctions, export control, anti-money laundering, and private equity or sovereign investor transactions is strongly preferred. Candidates should be highly capable of managing a broad range of internal and external investigation tasks, including conducting interviews, interfacing with clients advising on strategy, and managing associate teams. International travel is expected. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including fluency in Spanish and/or Portuguese, is required for this position. Superlative academic and large law firm experience is preferred. Ropes & Gray is an equal opportunity employer
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and writing sample please visit: Ropes & Gray Careers-Boston
Real Estate Associate
Employer: Robinson+Cole
Posted: August 20, 2019
Description:
Robinson+Cole, an Am Law 200 Firm, seeks an Attorney with at least two years of experience to join its Real Estate and Development practice group in its Boston office. Robinson+Cole’s Real Estate and Development practice regularly represents lenders, buyers, sellers, and owners in commercial real estate transactions. Representative clients include national and local lenders, developers, and owners of all classes of real estate assets. Qualified candidates will have significant experience representing clients in real estate and finance transactional matters including commercial real estate lending, construction lending, loan participation, loan work outs, foreclosures, reviewing title and survey, condominium, commercial leasing, real estate acquisitions and dispositions. The candidate must have substantial experience reviewing due diligence work related to zoning, survey and title issues with a special emphasis on title insurance and endorsements. In addition to the ability to review and analyze complex real estate agreements, candidates should work well as part of a team and enjoy a fast paced work environment. Admission to the Massachusetts bar is required. Top academic and transactional credentials, excellent writing, research, negotiation and communication skills also required.
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and writing sample via email to Lisa M. Vooys, Legal Recruiting Manager, LegalCareers@rc.com
Justice Geraldine S. Hines Diversity Fellowship for Lawyers
Employer: Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Posted: August 15, 2019
Description:
1. Cover letter: Explain your interest in the work and mission of the Office of the Inspector General, commitment to public service and experiences you believe are relevant. You may address your letter to the Legal Fellowship Selection Committee.
2. Personal Statement (500 words or fewer): We are committed to promoting an inclusive, diverse team that reflects the diversity of the residents of the Commonwealth. The Geraldine S. Hines Diversity Fellowship reflects our priority to recruit, retain and promote attorneys from diverse backgrounds and life experiences. Please submit a personal statement that depicts your experiences and explains how they shaped your personal and professional growth. These may include personal characteristics and experiences such as:
- Ethnic or racial background historically underrepresented in legal profession
- Member of LGBTQ+ community
- Experience managing a disability
- Veteran status
- Immigrant or refugee background
- Socio-economic background
3. Resume
4. Law school transcripts
5. List of three personal or professional references
Applications may be submitted via email, mail or in-person to:
Mary Beth Farrelly, Chief Financial Officer
Office of the Inspector General
One Ashburton Place, Room 1311
Boston, MA 02108
IGOFellowship@mass.gov
(617) 727-9140
ASSOCIATE/CONSTRUCTION & COMPLEX COMMERCIAL LITIGATION
Employer: Todd & Weld LLP
Posted: June 24, 2019
Description:
Todd & Weld LLP, a Boston-based firm of trial lawyers, seeks an associate with approximately 3-5 years of experience in complex commercial litigation, with an emphasis on construction litigation. Candidates must have excellent writing, research, and interpersonal skills; outstanding academic credentials; and experience practicing in Massachusetts state and federal courts. Candidates should desire to develop an active trial practice and be eager to take responsibility for a varied caseload with significant client contact. Must be admitted to practice in Massachusetts.
Todd & Weld values collegiality and diversity within our firm and is an equal opportunity employer.
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and writing sample via email to Shira Diner, Director of Associate Development & Recruitment, Todd & Weld LLP, sdiner@toddweld.com.
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COMMERCIAL LITIGATION ASSOCIATE
Employer: Todd & Weld LLP
Posted: May 15, 2019
Description:
Todd & Weld LLP, a Boston-based firm of trial lawyers, seeks an associate with approximately 3-5 years of experience in complex commercial litigation. Candidates must have excellent writing, research, and interpersonal skills; outstanding academic credentials; and experience practicing in Massachusetts state and federal courts. Candidates should desire to develop an active trial practice and be eager to take responsibility for a varied caseload with significant client contact. Large-firm background preferred. Must be admitted to practice in Massachusetts.
Todd & Weld values collegiality and diversity within our firm and is an equal opportunity employer.
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and writing sample via email to Shira Diner, Director of Associate Development & Recruitment, Todd & Weld LLP, sdiner@toddweld.com.
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LABOR, EMPLOYMENT, AND LITIGATION COUNSEL
Employer: Eversourse Energy
Posted: April 4, 2019
Description:
Eversource Energy (NYSE: ES), a Fortune 500 and Standard & Poor’s 500 energy company based in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire, operates New England’s largest energy delivery system. Eversource is committed to safety, reliability, environmental leadership and stewardship, and expanding energy options for its 3.7 million electric and natural gas customers. We are a company dedicated to our customers, communities, and employees. We know that our success depends on the best efforts of our engaged team- diverse, talented, and dedicated individuals who take pride in their work, know and exhibit the value of teamwork and collaboration, and support each other in working safely every day.
The Eversource Legal Department is seeking a labor, employment, and litigation counsel to join our team in the Boston office in Massachusetts. This position involves representing Eversource in a variety of labor and employment litigation matters, including union representation and unfair labor practice proceedings before the NLRB, collective bargaining, grievance, and arbitration proceedings, state and federal discrimination proceedings before administrative agencies (MCAD, EEOC, etc.) and in state and/or federal court, as well as counseling and providing relevant training on a broad range of labor and employment issues
Technical Knowledge/Skill: Requires hands-on labor and employment and related litigation experience, including union election campaigns and related NLRB proceedings, collective bargaining negotiations, grievance and arbitration proceedings, unfair labor practice proceedings, drafting agency and court pleadings, drafting and arguing motions, preparing witnesses, as well as deposition and some trial/arbitration/hearing experience. The successful candidate must be self-motivated and be able to immediately assume an active caseload, working closely with other in-house legal resources, company management, and, in certain matters, outside counsel. Being a good team player, well-organized, and able to identify business-oriented solutions to complex legal problems are essential qualities to ensure success in this position. The candidate must also demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills.
Education: A Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school required.
Experience: The successful candidate will have at least five (5) years of timely, relevant labor and employment law and related litigation experience.
Bar Admissions: Admission in good standing to the Massachusetts Bar required. Admissions to Connecticut and/or New Hampshire bar a plus. As a condition of employment, Connecticut and New Hampshire house counsel admission will be required within three months.
DOMESTIC RELATIONS ASSOCIATE
Employer: Todd & Weld LLP
Posted: March 20, 2019
Description:
Todd & Weld LLP, a Boston-based firm of trial lawyers, seeks an associate with approximately 2-5 years of experience in complex domestic relations litigation. Candidates much have excellent writing, research, and interpersonal skills, and experience practicing in Massachusetts Probate and Family Courts. Candidates should desire to support and develop an active trial practice and be eager to take responsibility for a varied caseload with the direct contact with clients, courts, experts, and other counsel. Must be admitted to practice in Massachusetts.
Todd & Weld values collegiality and diversity within our firm and is an equal opportunity employer.
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and writing sample via email to Shira Dina, Director of Associate Development & Recruitment, Todd & Weld LLP, sdiner@toddweld.com.
Brown Rudnick Presents the 1L Social Mobility Diversity Fellowship
As part of Brown Rudnick’s ongoing commitment to diversity and inclusion, they are proud to offer diversity fellowships to outstanding first-year law school students. It is a unique program that provides Fellows with a comprehensive and compensated summer associate experience and an additional scholarship. The Fellowship is open to all first-year law students who are the first in their families to have graduated from college. Applications open on December 1, 2018.
For more information and to apply, please click here.