What We’re Looking For
We are seeking an experienced commercial litigation partner with a portable book of business generally in the $750,000–$1,000,000+ range and demonstrated historical working attorney collections approaching or exceeding $1 million annually. The ideal candidate has a strong reputation in the Boston market, stable career progression, and the ability to independently manage complex matters while contributing meaningfully to firmwide growth. Candidates must be comfortable operating within a collection-driven, working attorney model and billing at rates consistent with middle-market to institutional clients.
What You’ll Do
Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP is a full-service Am Law 100 law firm founded in 1897, with more than 1,000 attorneys, policy advisors, and professionals across offices throughout the United States. The firm serves clients in more than 100 practice areas, including litigation, corporate/M&A, real estate, intellectual property, healthcare, government relations, and more, and is known for combining legal expertise with practical business solutions.
The firm represents a diverse client base that includes Fortune 500 and Fortune 200 corporations, privately held companies, private equity and venture capital clients, emerging growth businesses, startups, academic institutions, nonprofits, and individual clients. Nelson Mullins’ litigators are experienced in high-stakes matters, class actions, product liability, and mass torts, while its transactional and advisory teams support clients on strategic deals and business growth.
Nelson Mullins emphasizes trusted partnerships, deep industry knowledge, and practical advocacy, working side-by-side with clients to solve complex legal and business challenges. Its client relationships span local, regional, national, and international matters, with tailored service ranging from routine legal needs to sophisticated litigation and corporate representation.
Salary
$400,000 - $750,000
Location
Boston
Patrick Henry Nelson II
Founder
Claude Scarborough
Partner / Managing Partner (1964–1995)
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