Associate Attorney / Successor Candidate

Location: Suburban Massachusetts (Greater Boston Area)

An established suburban Massachusetts law firm is seeking an attorney interested in building a long-term practice with the opportunity to ultimately take over the firm.

This position is ideal for a motivated lawyer who already maintains some portable clients and files and is looking for a stable, collegial practice environment with significantly better work-life balance than many large firms or high-volume practices.

About the Firm

The firm has a longstanding reputation in the community and maintains a steady flow of client referrals. Our practice includes a mix of litigation, real estate, and business matters, serving individuals and small to mid-sized businesses throughout Massachusetts.

The office is located in a suburban setting with convenient access to Boston, offering the advantages of a sophisticated practice without the demands of downtown firm life.

Position Overview

We are seeking a lawyer who is interested in:

• Bringing and continuing to develop portable clients and active matters
• Practicing in a collaborative, low-bureaucracy environment
• Enjoying a sustainable schedule and quality of life
• Potentially transitioning into a leadership or ownership role in the future

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a portfolio of client matters
• Provide high-quality legal services across the firm’s practice areas
• Develop new business and maintain client relationships
• Collaborate with firm leadership on strategic growth

Qualifications

• Licensed and in good standing in Massachusetts
• Approximately 3+ years of legal experience (flexible for the right candidate)
• Some portable clients or book of business preferred
• Strong professional judgment and client relationship skills
• Interest in long-term practice development and firm succession

Compensation

Compensation structure is flexible and negotiable, potentially including:

• Base salary plus percentage of collected fees
• Origination credit for portable clients
• Partnership or ownership pathway for the right candidate

The Opportunity

This role offers something increasingly rare in the legal profession:

• A stable suburban practice
• Meaningful autonomy
• A balanced professional lifestyle
• A real path to future firm ownership

Interested candidates should submit a résumé and a brief description of their current practice or portable client base.

All inquiries will be handled confidentially.