Legal Jobs in Darien, CT

Our client is looking for a highly professional Legal Assistant for their Greenwich, CT office. This role supports attorneys in high-stakes litigation and residential real estate matters, including client-facing responsibilities. This in-person role is ideal for a candidate with executive presence, strong organizational skills, and experience interacting with high-net-worth or sensitive clients. You will provide essential support in managing case files, coordinating closings, preparing legal documents, and ensuring seamless communication with clients, opposing counsel, and other parties.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and manage case and real estate files, maintaining detailed checklists, timelines, and documentation
• Draft, review, and organize contracts, closing documents, pleadings, discovery, and correspondence
• Coordinate residential real estate closings, including scheduling, preparing closing packages, and ensuring timely delivery of final documents
• Assist with litigation support, including drafting motions, discovery responses, subpoenas, and other court documents
• Order and review title searches, lien payoffs, surveys, and homeowners' association documents; assist in resolving any issues
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, lenders, realtors, and other parties, often interacting directly with high-profile clients
• Perform administrative tasks efficiently to support case and transaction management
• Maintain accurate time and case records in accordance with firm policies
• Handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and professionalism

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience supporting attorneys in residential real estate and/or litigation; Connecticut experience preferred
• Demonstrated experience interacting with high-net-worth or sensitive clients
• Experience preparing and submitting court filings in Connecticut is a plus
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and familiarity with legal case management software preferred
• Knowledge of residential real estate closings, litigation procedures, and general legal document preparation
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple matters while meeting deadlines
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative, team-oriented environment
• Flexibility to work extended hours when needed to meet deadlines

JURISolutions is seeking a veteran transactional attorney to join its financial service industry client's commercial contracting team for a 6–9 month, hybrid engagement in the Greenwich, CT area.

This contractor will serve as a key legal partner, owning the deal flow and providing strategic guidance across a high volume of transactions.

This attorney will structure, draft, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements, including master services agreements, platform and partner agreements, transactional contracts, and marketing or event-related agreements.

In addition to managing day-to-day contracting, the role will support complex and strategic deals while advising on broader commercial considerations to help the business maintain momentum and close opportunities efficiently.

The ideal candidate will bring strong transactional experience and a pragmatic, business-oriented approach to legal counseling.

This attorney will work closely with internal stakeholders to address issues related to data usage and privacy, intellectual property, regulatory compliance, and tax in coordination with subject matter experts, ensuring all agreements align with corporate strategy, internal policies, and applicable laws.

Success in this role requires the ability to independently manage a high volume of work while also contributing thoughtful legal strategy on more complex matters.

Candidates should be proactive, solutions-oriented, comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment, and eager to collaborate closely with business teams.

An active license to practice law in a U.S.

state is required.

JURISolutions Legal (JSL) is one of the largest Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) certified legal services and recruitment firms.

We are committed to the elimination of discrimination in all areas of business and to building a highly qualified and inclusive workforce.

We welcome all qualified people regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, creed, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or invisible disability, veteran status, military status, familial status, gender identity, socioeconomic status, geographic location, and other dimensions of diversity.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Our compensation is based on a number of factors, including market location, and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

This role offers a range of competitive pay rates starting at $110/hr and a benefits package that includes PTO, holiday pay, optional health benefits, 401K and more.

Pay: $115,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a well-established litigation team with a strong reputation in defense work and a broad, sophisticated client base.
• Handle meaningful, hands-on litigation work instead of being siloed into narrow support tasks.
• Work on a varied caseload including general liability, personal injury, construction defect, commercial trucking, and other civil defense matters.
• Enjoy the flexibility of a remote role while still being part of a collaborative, growth-oriented team.
• Build your long-term career with a firm that values mentorship, substantive responsibility, and sustainable growth.

Location: Remote, based in the Hartford, Connecticut market, offering strong flexibility while staying connected to meaningful litigation work in the region.

Note: Candidates must have an active Connecticut law license and prior insurance defense or closely related civil litigation defense experience.

About Us

We are a growing civil litigation defense practice representing businesses, insurers, and self-insured clients in a wide range of complex matters. We are committed to delivering excellent results in a cost-effective way while fostering a professional, supportive, and flexible work environment for our team. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Handle civil litigation matters from suit inception through resolution, including pleadings, discovery, motion practice, and trial prep
• Draft motions, briefs, legal memoranda, discovery requests, and discovery responses
• Take and defend depositions
• Appear in court for hearings, conferences, and other proceedings
• Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and the court
• Develop case strategy, evaluate exposure, and support efficient resolution
• Partner with experienced attorneys and support staff on active litigation files
• Work on a diverse insurance defense caseload that may include general liability, personal injury, construction defect, commercial trucking, and employment-related matters

Qualifications

• J.D. required
• Active Connecticut bar admission required
• 3+ years of insurance defense or civil litigation defense experience
• Strong motion drafting, legal research, and writing skills
• Experience handling depositions, discovery, and court appearances
• Able to manage files independently while working well with a team
• Additional New England bar admissions are a plus
• Employment law, construction defect, and commercial trucking defense experience is a plus

Why You Will Love Working Here

• Remote flexibility with a respected and established litigation platform
• Strong mentorship and real hands-on litigation experience
• Collegial team environment with substantive responsibility
• Broad practice exposure and long-term growth potential
• Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability coverage, retirement benefits, paid leave, and additional employee support programs

JPC-777

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

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

Our customer, a global travel company, is seeking a Corporate Transactional Paralegal on a full-time basis.

Mode: Full-Time

Location: Norwalk, Connecticut, US (Hybrid- 2 days a week onsite)

Salary: $107k-131k Yearly

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Legal team to support SEC filings and maintain modern, well‐organized corporate governance policies.
• Manage board and committee operations, including preparing agendas, coordinating material reviews, overseeing distributions, and ensuring all administrative tasks are completed on schedule.
• Work closely with attorneys in securities, financing, and corporate governance to drive high‐impact governance and transactional workstreams.
• Engage frequently with senior executives and cross‐functional stakeholders, as well as internal and external counsel across the global organization.
• Oversee records management for all board and committee documentation.
• Coordinate logistics for board meetings and the Company's annual stockholders' meeting.
• Support subsidiary governance and compliance, including intercompany transactions, subsidiary formation and integration, statutory audit filings, drafting corporate resolutions, maintaining minute books, and managing all related records.
• Assist with securities‐related compliance, including the Company's Insider Trading Policy, Section 16 reporting obligations, and corporate delegations of authority.
• Handle cross‐border document execution requirements, ensuring accurate certification and filing of international corporate documents.
• Contribute to financing transactions and related corporate projects as business needs arise.
• Provide broad corporate paralegal support, including ad hoc research and project assistance for the Legal team.

Qualifications

• Experience working for a public company, including direct, hands‐on SEC filing experience.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Ability to work onsite in Norwalk, CT, two days per week.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with Legal teams on SEC filings and maintain organized, up‐to‐date corporate governance policies.
• Proven experience facilitating subsidiary management and corporate governance activities, including Intercompany transactions, formation or integration of subsidiaries, drafting corporate resolutions, managing minute books, enterprise‐wide records management, statutory audit, and other required governance filings.

To apply:

If you are qualified, interested, and available, please send 1) your WORD version of your resume and 2) an email stating why you are a good fit for this position to

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Prominent Stamford law firm is currently looking for a Trusts & Estates paralegal with minimum of 2 years experience. Generally, this position covers all areas of trust and estate administration. Some duties include tax return preparation, accounting, preparation of probate documents and assistance with real estate transactions. Competitive salary and benefits package. Email resume to

Firm Description This Stamford boutique firm draws on the broad experience of its attorneys in the areas of estate planning, trust and estate administration and taxation to meet the diverse needs of its clients, many of whom have been represented by the firm for generations.

Offer Details

• Competitive salary
• Full benefits
• 401(k) with 4% company match
• 4 weeks of vacation
• 5 sick/personal days
• Shuttle services from Stamford train station to office
• Paid garage parking

Dynamic, fast-growing plaintiffs' litigation firm based in Stamford, Connecticut seeks staff attorneys with 0-3 (or more) years of experience for a salaried staff attorney position in the firm’s class action and complex litigation practice. Responsibilities to consist primarily of document review and other discovery-related projects.

Working Setting: Hybrid work setting, with 2-3 days per week in office required.

Estimated Duration: Estimated duration is 6 months, with potential to last longer.

Bar Admission: Must be admitted to the bar and in good standing in at least one jurisdiction.

To apply, apply through LinkedIn and also send resume to Ian W. Sloss at:

Company. Burnham Sterling & Company LLC (or registered affiliates thereof) ("Burnham", the "Firm" or the "Company") is a financial services firm focused capital raising for aviation and other asset intensive industries and is located in Greenwich, CT. The firm enters into engagement agreements with US and non-US ultra-large corporates and places the investments with investors globally. The Firm is currently in expansion mode, and Burnham is unusual in that it benefits from committed multi-year cash flows to support its expansion.

Business. The Firm (itself and through affiliates) structures and places leases, secured debt, tax-leases and provides financial analysis and other related advisory services. The Firm's professionals work across borders, and the majority of its revenue is from non-US clients. Clients are generally Global Fortune 500 companies. In addition, the Firm recently started an emerging alternative asset manager business with a focus on energy transition investing.

Regulatory. The Firm operates an SEC-registered broker-dealer to effect securities transactions and a registered investment advisor with respect to its fund business.

Workplace Environment. People who do well at the Company have a strong work ethic, participate and contribute 150%. The Company is unusually team oriented, focused on pleasing its customers and generating repeat business.

Position. This is a full-time position to act as general counsel to the Firm and transaction counsel on deals. Any legal support would come from external sources. Matters will include: confidentiality agreements, term sheets, engagement letters, investor development agreements, Burnham's compensation imbedded into customer financing agreements, litigation matters, employment-related items, tax structuring, transaction documentation, company documentation and records, transaction management, etc. In addition, you will provide training to other team member in term sheet and confidentiality related matters and you will coordinate the relationships the company has with external counsel. You will also interact with customers and investors.

This position offers an ability to be highly visible internally and in the marketplace. Significant domestic and international travel is required. You will be required to attend client meetings and conferences, etc. You will also be responsible to manage relationships with major US and global law firms (where they are representing—or seeking to represent—Burnham or clients or investors in Burnham Sterling-arranged transactions) and seek to facilitate introductions by such law firms to target Burnham Sterling clients.

The firm is 100% in-office in Greenwich, Connecticut.

Experience. You will come from a major law firm or an in-house position at a company with significant capital markets activities. You will have at least 7-years of work experience as an attorney. Minimum of a JD. Candidates with finance experience (on the business side, including investment banking and/or private equity) and/or an MBA are preferred.

Career Development. This position is a top position at the company.

Salary and Benefits. A base salary, an annual discretionary bonus (based on performance), and a comprehensive benefit package, including medical, dental, retirement plan, Greenwich Water Club membership and a paid 3-month sabbatical every 6 years, is offered.

FINRA Licenses. None required for this position.

The Company

Friedman Vartolo LLP is a fast-growing, New York-based law firm specializing in real estate and default services, with over 300 employees providing top-tier legal services to our clients in seven states. While our legal expertise sets us apart, it's our mindset that drives us forward. We bring a fresh, fast-paced energy that drives our momentum and shapes how we approach every challenge.

We are a company that chooses to dig deeper, solving problems at the root instead of settling for surface fixes. Here, there are no passengers because every individual adds value, owns outcomes, and moves the firm forward. With an underdog mentality, we embrace constant elevation, always sharpening, always climbing, and never coasting. When challenges come, we row together and lean in as one team to get the job done, no matter what.

The Position

We are seeking an Entry-Level Paralegal to join our rapidly growing team. We're looking for bright, enthusiastic individuals, who will bring a strong work ethic and eagerness to grow alongside the firm. The firm is actively searching for applicants who are confident that they are capable of great things and is comfortable training intelligent individuals with limited prior experience.

Responsibilities

• Draft documents such as motions, pleadings, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• E-filing with various court systems.
• Document recording.
• Maintain client and case files.
• Correspond with and update clients.
• Maintain filing/document system.
• Organize and maintain the group's calendars, provide & adhere to legal deadlines.
• Organize and archive the documents related to completed and ongoing litigations.
• Prepare reports for attorney(s).

Requirements

• Superior organizational skills, research, and writing skills.
• Detail oriented.
• Independent worker; Deadline driven.
• Able to manage a heavy workload.
• Confident and comfortable on the phone.
• Works well under pressure
• Excellent time management skills.
• Bachelor's degree required
• Internship experience a huge plus!

Compensation/Benefits

This is an entry level position. Compensation is $18/hour. We also offer a full benefits package, including medical/dental/vision, Flex Spending Account, fitness reimbursement and 401k with match.

ADA Compliance

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Friedman Vartolo to provide reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or candidate with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship for Friedman Vartolo. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact Recruitment at to request an accommodations.

Location

This position is located in our Stamford, CT office.

Newfield, Biondo & Carlino, LLC's team of experienced attorneys is seeking a litigation attorney with 1-3 years' experience. Attorney must be admitted to practice law in New York (admission to the Connecticut bar is a plus).

The attorney may be involved in all aspects of litigation including:

• Drafting and responding to written discovery demands
• Reviewing and evaluating discovery
• Taking depositions
• Conducting legal research
• Coordinating expert witnesses
• Drafting and arguing motions
• Appearing at court conferences, administrative hearings and client meetings
• Assistance at trial

Opportunity for hybrid work may be available for the right candidate.

Salary range $90,000-$115,000 commensurate with experience.

Individuals who are not admitted to practice, or who do not have a confirmed admission date, need not apply.

**This is a direct-hire position. Recruiters need not reach out.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Job Type: Full-time

We are conducting a search on behalf of one of the country's largest and most sophisticated family offices. The Office's Estate and Tax Planning Pillar is responsible for delivering innovative solutions to help the family achieve their financial, philanthropic, and personal goals. This is a cross-disciplinary pillar whose initiatives frequently involve partnership with Internal Trust, Investment, Finance, Legal, and other pillars as well as with external counsel and advisors.

Position Summary:

Our Estate and Tax Planning Pillar is seeking an Attorney to support the design and implementation of estate and tax planning strategies including best in class estate plans. The Legal Associate will manage a diverse portfolio of planning projects and work closely with the Pillar Head on tax and planning matters.

Day-to-day responsibilities would include a combination of the following:

• Work closely with the Pillar Head to develop and implement sophisticated estate and tax planning strategies for family members, trusts and other related entities
• Liaise with outside counsel and other external advisors to develop and implement a diverse portfolio of estate and tax planning projects, including:
• Preparing project charters, managing risk and providing regular status updates to Pillar leadership and stakeholders
• Review documents prepared by outside counsel to ensure accuracy and alignment with client goals
• Manage budgeting and related spend along with ensuring engagement letters are fully executed in coordination with Legal Pillar
• Ensure efficient and effective project management tools and practices are deployed
• Support the implementation of strategies
• Ensure that each family member has executed estate planning documents that are updated on a regular cadence or more frequently, if needed
• Lead the administration of any estate planning strategies, such as annual gifts, GRATs and other wealth transfer techniques, and the administration of any estates, including coordination with Trust pillar, trustees, CPAs, attorneys and financial advisors
• Manage the planning needed to incorporate life events, including births and marriages
• Serve on cross-disciplinary teams for special projects, bridging tax planning, tax compliance, finance and accounting, and other business considerations
• Manage library of summaries of significant estate documents, entities or related structures
• Monitor changes in relevant laws and regulations; advise internal teams of potential impact and strategic changes needed to respond to changes

Qualifications:

• J.D. from an accredited law school and admitted to practice law in one or more states and in good standing
• At least 5+ years of experience in sophisticated estate and tax planning, including strategy for ultra-high net worth individuals, gained in a law firm and/or related environment
• Strong understanding of estate, gift and income tax principles, trust law, and entity structures
• Experience drafting complex wills and trusts, preparation of client presentations, tax calculations and analysis and administration of estates from probate through closing
• Ability to understand complex legal frameworks, synthesize them for clients and recommend resulting planning strategies
• Exposure to cross-border planning preferred
• Effective at managing outside counsel, including specialized and highly sophisticated providers
• Strong project management experience providing oversight and management of multiple medium-sized projects; critical thinking; strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Collaborative and adaptable team player with a client service mindset

Compensation:

Compensation for the role includes a competitive salary in the range from $300,000 -$385,000 (inclusive of a merit-based bonus, dependent on years of experience, level of education obtained, as well as applicable skillset) and an excellent benefits package, including a comprehensive employer paid medical plan and generous employer match for 401k.