Conn Kavanaugh seeks a bright, ambitious associate to join its Corporate/Transactional Group in Boston.  The group represents a broad array of closely held companies (and founders, executives, and investors) with headquarters in New England.  The group’s work consists of about one-third mergers and acquisitions ($2.5MM to $50MM+), one-third formation and restructuring, and one-third general outside counsel/advisory work.

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of experience in law firm Corporate/Transactional practice
• MA license and New England roots.
• Strong communication, technology, and organizational skills
• Excellent client interface capabilities
• Skilled drafting, with attention to detail
• Commercial real estate acquisitions, leasing and financing experience helpful
• Experience in liquor licensing and hospitality helpful
• Enthusiasm for growing a book of business

The ideal candidate will have experience working with closely held and family businesses, from start-up to exit phase, and be comfortable working directly with business owners and management on governance, contract matters, strategic partnerships, recruitment and retention incentives for key executives and employees, private financings, and M&A transactions.

Work Environment:  Hybrid, with three days (candidate’s choice) in the office, subject to demands of the practice.

Please submit resume, in confidence, via email to:

James Gray Wagner
Legal Talent Manager
jwagner@connkavanaugh.com

Conn Kavanaugh seeks a seasoned Massachusetts-based attorney with 10 to 15 years of corporate law practice, to deepen and broaden the capabilities of the department.

The department represents a broad array of closely held companies (and founders, executives, and investors) with headquarters in New England.  The department’s work consists of about one-third mergers and acquisitions ($2.5MM to $50MM+), one-third formation and restructuring, and one-third general outside counsel/advisory work.

Qualifications:

• 10-15 years of experience in law firm Corporate/Transactional practice
• MA license and New England roots.
• Experience with early-stage companies, private equity, and early round corporate finance is a plus.
• Experience with commercial real estate transactions, finance, and leasing also is a plus.
• Portable Book: $250,000+

Work Environment:  Hybrid, with three days (candidate’s choice) in the office, subject to demands of the practice.

Support personnel or small group considered.

Please submit resume, in confidence, via email to:

James Gray Wagner

Legal Talent Manager

jwagner@connkavanaugh.com

Conn Kavanaugh seeks to grow and deepen its insurance coverage practice by the hiring and promotion of associates capable of independently handling diverse and complex coverage and insurance bad faith matters.  Our coverage practice is one of nine practice groups in our 30-attorney litigation department.

Conn Kavanaugh has, since its founding in 1988, been a leader in the handling of coverage and insurance bad faith disputes.  We have represented both insurers and insureds in high-stakes coverage claims and disputes across the country.  These matters tend to be complex and fast-moving, oftentimes presenting a blend of coverage, liability, and bad faith issues.  Our clients ask us to jump into the thorniest of matters, oftentimes stepping into courtrooms and mediation rooms in far-flung jurisdictions.

We seek candidates with the education, training, and experience to do sophisticated insurance work with light direction from partners.  The work usually involves extensive review of background materials, research and analysis of local law, preparation of detailed and extensive analysis letters and recommendations, preparation of position letters (declinations, RORs, etc.), and preparation and prosecution of coverage and rescission actions.

The successful candidate will become integral to the coverage practice.  We seek a candidate who, over time, will take a leadership role in training juniors and managing the practice.  Thus, we seek more than a technician:  we seek a candidate capable of developing into a leader in the firm and the coverage bar.

The Position

Mid-Level Associate – 4 to 6 years

• Minimum three years of hands-on, daily work in insurance coverage and bad faith
• Demonstrated excellence in analysis and drafting
• Experience in litigating coverage and bad faith suits
• Excellent client-interface skills
• Interest in training, developing junior lawyers for the coverage group

Please email resume and cover letter, in confidence, to:

James Gray Wagner, Legal Talent Manager

jwagner@connkavanaugh.com

NO RECRUITERS PLEASE

Conn Kavanaugh seeks to grow and deepen its probate and trust administration practice by the hiring and promotion of associates capable of handling probate litigation (will contests, undue-influence claims, contested accountings, fiduciary claims, and removal actions) and uncontested probate and trust administration matters (probate proceedings, preparation and allowance of probate and trust accounts, asset distributions, guardianships, and conservatorships).

Our probate and trust administration work consists of two separate but related categories.   First, our litigation partners generate and handle contested matters, for which associates are needed for analysis, drafting, case preparation, court hearings, and trials.  Second, our trust and estate partners (and senior associates) focus on uncontested probate and estate matters, as well as estate planning. The successful candidate will work with both the litigation partners and the trust and estate partners.

This dual role will allow an associate to develop strong litigation skills as well as deep knowledge of probate and trust administration.  This combination of skills will make the associate a major asset to the department and the firm.  This is a partnership track position.

The Position

Mid-Level Associate – 4 to 6 years

• Minimum three years of hands-on, daily work in probate litigation and/or administration
• Demonstrated excellence in analysis and drafting
• Experience in litigating probate and fiduciary disputes
• Excellent client-interface skills

Please email resume and cover letter, in confidence, to:

James Gray Wagner, Legal Talent Manager

jwagner@connkavanaugh.com

NO RECRUITERS PLEASE

Conn Kavanaugh seeks an enthusiastic, bright, and engaged Legal Assistant for a busy Family Law Practice. Ideal candidate is polished and professional, computer savvy with strong writing and interpersonal skills, and takes pride in ensuring client and attorney satisfaction. Candidate must be comfortable working independently and/or within a group onsite and performing multiple activities under tight deadlines.

Other responsibilities include the following:

· Transcribing, editing, and proofreading letters and legal documents

· Editing and posting bills

· Managing all of the filing for a paper-intensive practice

· Maintaining contacts and calendars

· Friendly and professional client contact

· Prioritizing assignments with minimal direction

· Assumes additional responsibilities as requested

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience

· Experience with MS Office Suite software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)

· Ability to work overtime on occasion

Please submit resume via email to:

Marianna Moulis

HR Manager

mmoulis@connkavanaugh.com

POSITION DESCRIPTION

This position will provide secretarial and administrative support to the head of the Family Law department. Will be responsible for adhering to the Firm’s core values and must display professionalism, quality service and a “can do” attitude to internal members of the firm as well as external clients over the telephone and in person. Other responsibilities include the following:

Client Relations:

· Conveys information and relays messages in a professional manner; provides information as appropriate.

· May receive and direct clients and visitors.

Document Preparation:

· From handwritten notes, transcribing equipment, drafts or oral instructions, types a variety of correspondence, memoranda and legal documents required by the attorneys to whom assigned.

· Proofreads, photocopies, assembles and distributes prepared materials as necessary.

· Creates (types), scans, and revises a variety of documents.

· Originates correspondence as directed, reviews and routes incoming correspondence.

· Prepare statements for billing to be sent to clients for services rendered.

· Prepares and revises pleadings and other documents filed with the court. Understands and follows through with filing process, including manual filings and any e-filing process the court may require or as directed by the attorney/paralegal to whom assigned.

· Maintains client files in accordance with Firm filing procedures.

Technology:

· Proficient in advanced word processing, spreadsheets, practice support systems. MS Office Suite software (Word, Excel, and Outlook), Surepoint, Netdocuments, Etc.

Misc. Responsibilities:

· Calendars due dates, meetings and deadlines.

· Creates and maintains files and indexes.

· Screens and routes telephone calls.

· Answer telephones and perform other administrative tasks from time to time.

· May prepare lunch and coffee set ups for mediations.

· Provides backup assistance within the department as requested.

SUMMARY: Supports and/or leads the development and execution of marketing programs and events, client and internal communications initiatives, and production of marketing materials. This position reports to the Director of Marketing and Business Development.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develops clear understanding of event and/or program strategy and supports the development of detailed execution plan; coordinates with marketing director and vendors to execute plan within time and budget constraints.
• Assists marketing director to develop client and internal communications strategy, associated plan, and key messages.
• Interfaces with outside vendors to execute communications plans.
• Measures, records, and presents results of each initiative to marketing director; recommends changes to improve effectiveness.
• Oversees production of marketing materials; monitors for accuracy, quality and firm identity guidelines.
• Monitors inventory levels and replenishes as needed to support marketing communications and sales initiatives.
• Regularly reviews company website content; ensures web content is on-strategy, consistent with firm identity guidelines, and updates.
• Interfaces with webmaster to ensure web site content is regularly updated.
• Manages firm sponsorships and events, including invitations, follow-up, provides names to sponsoring organization, initiates and gathers materials to fulfill sponsorship benefits.
• Conceives, schedules, writes and proofs social media posts, manages the process, checks what runs and shares links within the firm.
• Reviews and enters invoices into spreadsheet, checks expenses versus budget.
• Posts ongoing updates and news announcements on company intranet.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) in related field or equivalent
• 3-5 years of related experience or equivalent, optimally at a marketing or advertising agency and/or in a law firm marketing department.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage priorities and workflow
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
• Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams and committees
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
• Creative, flexible, and innovative team player
• Ability to work on complex projects with general direction and minimal guidance.
• Ability to communicate effectively and persuasively in writing.
• Excellent grammatical and spelling skills.

COMPETENCIES:

• Problem Solving–Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Project Management–Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities.
• Interpersonal Skills--Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others’ ideas and tries new things.
• Ethics–Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.

Please submit resume via email to:

Marianna Moulis

HR Manager

mmoulis@connkavanaugh.com