Legal Jobs in Attleboro

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Paralegal with experience in medical malpractice and/or personal injury litigation to join a respected and well-established law firm in Rhode Island.

This role plays a critical part in supporting attorneys through all stages of complex litigation, from case intake and discovery through trial preparation. The position combines strong legal knowledge, organization, and client communication to help ensure cases move forward efficiently while maintaining a high level of service for clients.

Company Highlights

• Compensation: $75,000 per year
• Established Rhode Island law firm with a strong reputation in medical malpractice and personal injury litigation
• A collaborative legal team environment where paralegals play an important role in case development and preparation
• Opportunity to work on meaningful cases that directly impact clients and their families
• Stable organization with long-tenured staff and supportive leadership
• Hands-on role with exposure to complex litigation and trial preparation
• Full-time position offering long-term career stability and professional growth

Key Responsibilities of the Paralegal:

• Provide comprehensive litigation support for medical malpractice and personal injury cases.
• Draft, prepare, and file legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and discovery.
• Coordinate the request, review, and organization of medical records and billing documentation.
• Maintain case files, litigation calendars, and track important court deadlines.
• Assist attorneys with discovery management, including interrogatories and document production.
• Prepare case materials, exhibits, and documentation for hearings, depositions, and trial.
• Communicate professionally with clients, medical providers, experts, and court personnel.
• Organize and maintain detailed case documentation to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Support attorneys with legal research and general case preparation.

Qualifications of the Paralegal:

• Paralegal certificate or degree in Paralegal Studies, Legal Studies, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of litigation experience, ideally within medical malpractice or personal injury.
• Experience in requesting and reviewing medical records and medical billing documentation.
• Familiarity with state and federal court filing procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple active cases simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with legal case management systems and Microsoft Office.

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Join a Top Workplace in Rhode Island!

Recognized as one of The Providence Journal's Top Workplaces, City Personnel, Inc. is your trusted local recruitment partner based in Providence, Rhode Island. For over 20 years, we've been connecting top talent with leading companies across Rhode Island and Southern Massachusetts.

At City Personnel, we don't just match talent with opportunity. We invest in your growth and well-being.

When you work with us, you'll enjoy:

Dedicated Career Coaching to help you with resumes, interviews, and career planning.

Referral Program that rewards you for helping others find great opportunities.

Temp Employee Benefits: Paid Sick, Holiday Pay, Health Insurance, and Weekly Pay.

City Personnel isn't just a staffing agency. It's a team that values you, celebrates your wins, and helps you succeed every step of the way.

Ready to take the next step in your career?

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We are partnering with a reputable and well-established law firm in Providence, RI to recruit a detail-oriented and proactive Legal Assistant. This opportunity is ideal for a legal professional to provide high-level administrative and legal support to attorneys. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented self-starter who thrives in a deadline-driven setting and can manage multiple priorities with precision and professionalism.

The Legal Assistant provides comprehensive administrative and document support to attorneys handling complex corporate, litigation and legal matters. This role requires strong organizational skills, discretion, and the ability to manage competing deadlines while maintaining accuracy and professionalism.

Organization Highlights:

Established & Respected Firm: Join a reputable New England-based legal team with a strong regional presence

Professional Environment: Collaborative culture that values precision, accountability, and teamwork

Fully onsite position

Competitive Compensation: $55,000-$65,000 annually, based on experience

Long-Term Stability: Permanent opportunity with strong growth potential

Key Responsibilities of the Legal Assistant:

• Edit, format, proofread, and finalize legal documents, agreements, and filings
• Manage attorney calendars, track deadlines, and coordinate court and client meetings
• Prepare and file legal documents, including electronic filings (e-filing) in state and federal courts
• Draft and prepare correspondence, reports, engagement letters, and corporate materials
• Serve as a point of contact for clients, handling communications and phone coverage professionally
• Maintain and organize electronic and physical filing systems, including document management databases
• Assist with time entry, billing processes, and matter openings
• Support attorneys with administrative tasks
• Ensure accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance with firm procedures

Qualifications of the Legal Assistant:

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in a legal environment (corporate, litigation preferred)
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Experience with court e-filing procedures
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel); experience with NetDocuments preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to work independently

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Join a Top Workplace in Rhode Island!

Recognized as one of The Providence Journal's Top Workplaces, City Personnel, Inc. is your trusted local recruitment partner based in Providence, RI. For 20 years, we've been connecting top talent with leading companies across Rhode Island and Southern Massachusetts.

At City Personnel, we don't just match talent with opportunity — we invest in your growth and success.

When you work with us, you'll enjoy:

Dedicated Career Coaching (resumes, interviews, career planning)

Referral Program rewards

Temp Employee Benefits: Paid Sick Time, Holiday Pay, Health Insurance, Weekly Pay

City Personnel isn't just a staffing agency — we're a team that values you, celebrates your wins, and supports your career every step of the way.

Ready to take the next step in your career?

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Pay: $115,000.00 - $190,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a well-established litigation team with a strong reputation in insurance defense and civil litigation.
• Work on substantive, hands-on matters instead of being limited to a narrow support role.
• Handle a varied caseload including general liability, personal injury, construction defect, commercial trucking, and employment-related defense matters.
• Enjoy a flexible hybrid schedule with meaningful collaboration and strong support from experienced attorneys and staff.
• Build your long-term career with a firm that offers mentorship, professional growth, and real litigation responsibility.

Location: Hybrid role based in either Providence, Rhode Island or Boston, Massachusetts, with in-office collaboration on Tuesdays and Thursdays plus one additional flexible work-from-home day each week.

Note: Candidates must have an active Rhode Island law license and 3+ years of insurance defense and/or litigation experience.

About Us

We are a growing civil litigation defense practice representing businesses, insurers, and self-insured clients in a wide range of litigated matters. Our team is committed to delivering excellent results in a cost-effective way while maintaining a collaborative, supportive, and flexible environment for our attorneys and staff. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Handle litigation matters from pleadings through discovery, motion practice, and resolution
• Draft motions, briefs, legal memoranda, pleadings, and discovery responses
• Take and defend depositions
• Appear in court and work directly with clients
• Conduct legal research, analyze case facts, and develop litigation strategy
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and the court
• Attend hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials as needed
• Collaborate with experienced attorneys and strong support staff on active matters
• Defend a variety of civil litigation matters including general liability, personal injury, construction defect, commercial trucking, and employment-related claims

Qualifications

• J.D. required
• Active Rhode Island bar admission required
• 3+ years of insurance defense and/or litigation experience
• Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills
• Experience drafting motions and other legal memoranda
• Experience with discovery, depositions, and court appearances
• Able to manage cases independently while working well as part of a team
• Active Massachusetts, New Hampshire, or Connecticut bar admission is a plus
• Ability to transfer UBE score is a plus
• Employment law, construction defect, and/or commercial trucking experience is a plus

Why You Will Love Working Here

• Hybrid flexibility with predictable in-office collaboration
• Strong mentorship and meaningful hands-on litigation experience
• Collegial and inclusive team environment
• Diverse and engaging defense-side caseload
• Competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability coverage, retirement benefits, paid leave, and additional employee support programs
• Real opportunity for long-term growth and advancement

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Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Friar Violet is a consulting and talent firm. This role is for an award winning law firm in Rhode Island.

The Paralegal team plays a key role in providing extraordinary legal care. An ideal candidate understands the Personal Injury litigation legal process and is ready to join a fast-paced team.

Core Responsibilities:

• Manage personal injury and medical malpractice litigation files.
• Prepare all legal documents associated with the onset of filing complaints with the court to the settlement of litigation cases.
• Prepare and e-file/file Motions with the Court and diary for Objections.
• Timely prepare all discovery documents from Plaintiff to Defendant and Defendant to Plaintiff.
• Timely preparation of responses to discovery and meet with clients, to complete discovery documentation.
• Calendar appointments for partners and attorneys relating to the litigation cases.
• Scheduling of depositions, arbitrations, mediations and preparation of exhibits, Arbitration/Mediation packages to submit to arbitrators/mediators.
• Preparation of settlement statements, compromise/reduction letters for litigation cases that settle prior to trial and post-trial.
• Preparation of all legal documents associated at trial time.
• Translation available during trial testimony, preparation of appointments with all Plaintiff parties involved, if applicable.
• Handling visual exhibits at trial, if required.
• Maintain client contact in accordance with Firm Policy.
• Maintain monthly 1:1 agendas of client files for proactive continuation of cases.
• Prepare draft letters associated with the development of litigation files including dictation translation from managing partners or associate attorneys.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Paralegal certification or degree
• Organized with strong attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal, communication and writing skills
• Strong computer skills and record tracking
• Have a client-first approach
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and handle large volumes of work
• Must be energetic and self-motivated, operating with a sense of urgency
• 5-7 years prior litigation experience in a personal injury firm
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Applications
• Experience using Needles software is a plus
• Spanish speaker a plus, but not required

Job Type: Full-time

Location: Mon-Fri in Providence office, opportunity for hybrid schedule once fully onboarded

Salary: $30 per hour

General Summary

DarrowEverett LLP is looking for a Family Law & Litigation Paralegal with immediate availability. The candidate must have excellent communication and administrative skills, be highly organized and detail-oriented, be able to multitask without sacrificing efficiency, be responsible, and be able to represent the firm, always, in ways that enhance its reputation.

Role & Responsibilities

• Drafts legal documents including routine pleadings and motions, affidavits, and interrogatories; files motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures.
• Researches and analyzes statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; provides written analysis to attorneys.
• Interviews clients and witnesses and prepares summaries of their statements.
• Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items.
• Prepare and manage financial disclosures, child support calculations, and asset/debt division documents.
• Assists attorneys with trial preparation, which may include attending trials and hearings.
• Develops and maintains records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases.
• Provide compassionate client support while maintaining professional boundaries and confidentiality.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Associate degree, paralegal certificate, or equivalent experience (bachelor’s degree a plus)
• Minimum 2-5 years of experience in family law a plus
• Strong knowledge of local, state, and federal family law procedures and court rules
• Proficiency in legal software and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail and ability to multitask effectively
• Experience with case management software (e.g., Clio) is a plus

Practice Area: Toxic Tort Defense practice

About the Role

We are seeking a mid-level Litigation Associate with 2–5 years of experience to join our asbestos and toxic tort defense practice. The ideal candidate will be an effective communicator with strong analytical, writing, and advocacy skills and the ability to handle cases from intake through trial preparation.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of litigation, including discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests/responses, and legal memoranda.
• Take and defend depositions of fact witnesses and experts.
• Conduct legal research and present findings in a clear, organized manner.
• Attend court appearances, hearings, and mediations.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and clients to develop defense strategies.
• Maintain strong client relationships through responsive and proactive communication.

Qualifications

• Bar Admission: Must be admitted and in good standing in Rhode Island; admission in Connecticut is strongly preferred; admission in Massachusetts is a plus.
• Experience: 2–5 years of litigation experience; prior work in area of asbestos and toxic tort is strongly preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.

About the Firm:

We are a leading defense litigation firm with a strong reputation and growing practice in asbestos, toxic tort, and complex product liability matters. Our attorneys work collaboratively in a fast-paced, collegial environment that values professionalism, integrity, and client service excellence.

Why Join Us

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, disability, employee referral program, EAP, 401k (including company match), and profit sharing.
• Mentorship and professional development opportunities.
• Collaborative, supportive work environment focused on career growth.

Location: Providence or Boston; possibility for remote work if based in Connecticut

Practice Area: Insurance Defense

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Litigation Associate to join our growing insurance defense team. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of litigation experience, strong analytical and writing skills, and the ability to manage all phases of litigation independently. This position offers the opportunity to work with a dynamic team on complex matters across Connecticut, and, ideally, Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

Responsibilities

• Handle all aspects of litigation, including case analysis, discovery, depositions, motion practice, court appearances, and trial preparation.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, memoranda, and correspondence.
• Manage client communications, including reporting on case strategy, developments, and outcomes.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and clients to develop effective defense strategies.
• Stay current on relevant case law, statutes, and insurance defense trends to ensure compliance and strategic advantage.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Connecticut Bar required.
• Admission to the Massachusetts and/or Rhode Island Bar strongly preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in civil litigation, with a focus on insurance defense.
• Excellent research, writing, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle multiple matters simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Why Join Us

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Mentorship and professional development opportunities.
• Collaborative, supportive work environment focused on career growth.

If you’re a motivated litigator seeking to build your career in insurance defense across southern New England, we encourage you to apply.

In an effort to expand its footprint in the Providence market, DarrowEverett LLP is looking for an experienced, Corporate Associate Attorney with immediate availability. Candidate(s) should have a strong acumen for leadership and a desire to be an integral part of a growing office. The candidate must have excellent communication and administrative skills, be highly organized and detail-oriented, be able to multitask without sacrificing efficiency, be responsible, and be able to represent the firm, and its clients in ways that enhance its reputation.

Qualified candidates must have a passion for success. Strong record of academic achievement, proven research and writing skills and a talent for handling matters professionally are minimum requirements. Attorneys must be licensed to practice in Rhode Island and be a member of the bar in good standing.

Role & Responsibilities

• 3-8 years of continuous, specific, and verifiable corporate experience
• Ability to review, draft, and negotiate commercial contracts, including equity and asset purchase agreements, shareholder, partnership and operating agreements, loan agreements, license agreements, financing agreements, service agreements, non-disclosure agreements and restrictive covenant agreements
• Research legal issues relating to a wide variety of business transactional issues and provide analysis within the client’s budget and time constraints
• Assist in due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and dispositions
• Manage high client volume and workload responsibility
• Provide advice to clients regarding contract terms and legal implications of business operations and transactions
• Assisting in the development of strategies to manage risk exposure and prevent legal problems from occurring

Qualifications:

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge of the laws and rules, as well as state and federal court procedures, forms, deadlines, filing requirements and portals
• Ability to organize factual and legal data into clear and logical arguments
• Ability to handle sensitive matters on a confidential basis
• A high degree of initiative, mature judgment, and discretion
• Organization and time management skills

Compensation:

• Salary commensurate with skills
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 401K with employee match contributions
• Generous holiday and vacation schedules

National law firm Wood Smith Henning & Berman, LLP is hiring a 2-3 year litigation associate with relevant experience for its litigation practice team in Rhode Island. Candidate must be admitted in Rhode Island, both state and federal court – no exceptions. An additional admission in Massachusetts is preferred.

WSHB is considered a ‘go to’ litigation firm for domestic and international insurance carriers and large private clients. The firm has a modern approach to law firm management that harnesses innovation and creativity to meet clients’ needs, while providing attorneys with flexibility to work from home or work in a comfortable, casual office atmosphere. WSHB has been recognized nationally as an industry leader for diversity, equity and inclusivity. The firm fosters and supports a collaborative atmosphere across offices and practice areas. Experience in insurance defense in the practice areas of premise liability, products liability, professional liability, construction, dram shop litigation and/or employment are preferred. WSHB is committed to providing our attorneys and support staff with the most comprehensive and advanced technologies, allowing us to serve our clients with even greater precision and depth, while having a better quality of life doing so.

Benefits include

• A competitive salary package, including the potential for bonuses
• Insurance including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and a flexible spending account
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Unlimited PTO
• A flexible work from home policy
• Professional development assistance
• Mentorship program
• Referral program

Recruiters - Please do not contact us as we are not using external recruiters to fill this position at this time.

Why USAA?

At USAA, our mission is to empower our members to achieve financial security through highly competitive products, exceptional service and trusted advice. We seek to be the #1 choice for the military community and their families.

Embrace a fulfilling career at USAA, where our core values – honesty, integrity, loyalty and service – define how we treat each other and our members. Be part of what truly makes us special and impactful.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a SIU Investigator (mid-level). This is a desk position. Within defined guidelines and framework, protects USAA and our members from potential fraudulent claims by investigating questionable, suspect claims activity in compliance with state insurance fraud-related laws and regulations and policies and procedures. The candidate selected will have strong multi-line SIU Investigation experience.

This role is remote eligible. However, you must live in the assigned territory which is ME, VT, NH, MA, CT, RI, DE, MD or Washington DC. There may be occasional business travel.

What you'll do:

• Applies knowledge and understanding of fraud schemes and investigation strategies on any questionable or suspect first or third part claims.

• Participates in the development of fraud prevention strategies.

• Applies knowledge of P&C insurance industry products, services, and processes in investigating claims to include P&C insurance policy contracts, coverages and internal claims handling process and procedures.

• Applies knowledge of state laws and regulations pertaining to insurance fraud in investigating claims.

• Collects evidence of potential fraud through field or remote interviews and thorough searches of investigative databases, internal resources, Internet resources, public records, and forensic tools.

• Makes recommendations within defined authority guidelines.

• Prepares and presents detailed and comprehensive verbal and written investigative reports summarizing the results of the investigation and recommended outcome.

• Develops and maintains external relationships with industry, law enforcement and other contacts involved in fraud investigation, detection, and prevention.

• May serve as a resource team member on specific matters through demonstrated skill or training.

• Assists with the delivery of fraud awareness training initiatives in a defined environment.

• Handles CAT duty responsibilities as business requires.

• Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures.

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED).

• 2+ years claims adjusting experience, or P&C SIU/Fraud Investigation experience OR 4+ years prior investigative law enforcement (to include military) or relevant fraud industry investigation experience.

• Proven investigatory skills.

• Experience obtaining statements from various parties to incidents, witnesses, and suspects.

• Ability to gather broad range of evidence and draw conclusions based on the objective details related to the applicability of fraud.

• Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize workload, performing multiple tasks and devising solutions to problems.

• Familiarity with using computers and various software packages to enter and extract data for analysis from relevant data sources and systems.

• Knowledge of city, state and local regulations, legal concepts, understanding of contracts, case law, medical treatment, and medical terminology.

• SIU experience conducting low to complex P&C fraud investigations OR a combination of Insurance Claims and (Law Enforcement Investigations OR Military Investigations) experience.

• Strong background with multi-line SIU investigations

• Designations such as CFE, CIFI, SCLA, ACLS, FCLS, LPCS, AIC, CPCU, CCLS, or other.

• US military experience through military service or a military spouse/domestic partner

Compensation range: The annualized range for this position is: $77,120 - $147,390. This is an hourly position.

USAA does not provide visa sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if at any time (now or in the future) you will need immigration support (i.e., H-1B, TN, F-1, STEM OPT Training Plans, etc.).

Compensation: USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location.

Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors.

The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.

Benefits: At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals.

For more details on our outstanding benefits, visit our benefits page on

Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis, this posting will remain open until the position is filled. Thus, interested candidates are encouraged to apply the same day they view this posting.

USAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.