Licensed Associate Attorney – Connecticut
Stamford, CT
Full Time
Mid Level
Licensed Associate Attorney – Connecticut
Prince Law Group is a growing matrimonial and family law practice serving clients through complex and often sensitive life transitions. We handle matters ranging from negotiated resolutions to active litigation, and we value attorneys who combine sound legal judgment with emotional intelligence. The role is designed for a developing litigator who wants meaningful courtroom exposure while still maintaining flexibility and balance.
This role includes a performance-driven compensation model designed to reward productivity and initiative. In addition to a competitive base salary, associates participate in an uncapped bonus program tied directly to billable work and collections.
Role Overview
The Associate Attorney will manage matrimonial matters from intake through resolution, including discovery, negotiations, motion practice, and court appearances. The attorney will work directly with clients and collaborate closely with senior attorneys to develop litigation strategy and settlement pathways.
This is a billable-hours position with uncapped bonus potential tied to productivity and performance.
Responsibilities
- Manage an assigned matrimonial caseload from commencement through settlement or trial
- Conduct court appearances, conferences, and evidentiary hearings
- Draft motions, pleadings, discovery demands and responses, and settlement agreements
- Participate in negotiation and mediation strategy
- Advise clients with professionalism, discretion, and clarity during emotionally sensitive matters
- Maintain accurate and timely billing entries
- Collaborate with the litigation team while maintaining ownership of assigned files
- Utilize firm technology systems for case management and workflow efficiency
- 1–3 years courtroom experience in matrimonial or family law
Admitted to the Connecticut Bar (required) - Strong written and oral advocacy skills
- Ability to manage deadlines and billable expectations independently
- Comfortable working directly with clients in emotionally complex situations
- Interest in developing litigation competency and long-term practice growth
- Experience with modern legal technology platforms preferred
- Demonstrates a confident and composed courtroom presence
- Exhibits thoughtful and effective negotiation judgment
- Works collaboratively within a team-based legal environment
Base salary: $100,000 – $110,000 (competitive based on experience)
Uncapped bonus eligibility based on billable productivity and results
Four weeks paid vacation following 90-day introductory period
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) with company match after one year
Annual professional development allowance for CLEs, licensing, and bar association memberships
Modern legal technology and support infrastructure
Hybrid schedule – approximately 20% remote work
Flexible scheduling designed to support work-life integration
Work Environment
The firm maintains a professional but supportive culture focused on mentorship and skill development while respecting personal obligations. Attorneys are trusted to manage their workflow responsibly rather than operate within rigid office hours.
Our goal is to build capable litigators who can confidently handle their own matters while still having guidance available when strategy matters most. You will be expected to take ownership of your cases, but never feel isolated in doing so.
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