SAMANTHA CORCORAN
North Grosvenor Dale
Summary
Seasoned Associate Attorney with background in civil litigation. Skilled in legal research, document drafting, and case analysis. Proven ability to effectively communicate with clients and negotiate settlements. Demonstrated impact through successful resolution of complex legal issues.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Attoney
Kiernan Trebach LLP
Boston
04.2025 - Current
- Associate attorney who worked with multiple partners on construction defect and personal injury matters
- Conducted comprehensive legal research and analysis to support case strategies
- Drafted and propounded written discovery
- Prepared for and attended multiple depositions
- Drafted a multitude of motions, pleadings and dismissals
Litigation Associate
Kenney & Sams, PLLC
Southborough
10.2023 - 03.2025
- Litigation associate who worked on construction, commercial, and employment matters
- Propounded and responded to written discovery
- Researched and drafted various pleadings and motions
- Prepared for and attended hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials
- Provided timely updates to clients regarding status of their cases throughout each stage of the process
- Negotiated settlements between parties when possible to avoid costly litigation proceedings
Associate Litigation Attorney
Mirrione, Shaughnessy & Uitti, LLC
Quincy
09.2022 - 10.2023
- Associate litigation attorney who worked with the litigation managing partner on zoning, condominium, construction, and real estate matters
- Propounded and responded to written discovery
- Researched and drafted various pleadings and motions
- Engaged and corresponded with opposing counsel on various cases and conducted 9C conferences
- Performed legal research, legal memos, case preparation, and other day to day activities
Law Clerk
Goldman & Pease
Needham
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Drafted legal pleadings, motions and dismissals for various real estate and condominium cases
- Aided partner of the firm by researching cases, preparing briefs, collecting data and interpreting legal information
- Assisted attorneys with case organization and administrative tasks
Law Clerk
Liberty Mutual
Boston
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Drafted legal correspondence such as pleadings, motions and dismissals
- Aided over 20 attorneys by researching cases, preparing briefs, collecting data and interpreting legal information
- Identified and solved complex insurance liability problems by consulting legal authority via Westlaw
Law Clerk
Law Office Of James McNulty
Boston
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Aided attorneys by researching cases, preparing briefs, and drafting pleadings
- Used company templates to prepare subpoenas and correspondence for clients
- Worked with attorneys to file lending licenses and agreements for judgment for small and mid-size businesses
Judicial Intern
Newburyport District Court
Newburyport
08.2020 - 01.2021
- Served as a judicial intern for the Honorable Judge Peter F Doyle
- Researched laws, court decisions and other documents relevant to cases before court to aide in judge's decisionmaking
- Prepared motion opinions and briefs on Judge's behalf to minimize workload and gain drafting experience
- Attended motion hearings to hear arguments and document necessary case information for judge's review
Law Clerk
Liberty Mutual Insurance
Boston
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Supported a legal team of 50+ team members by conducting research, drafting briefs, gathering information and interpreting legal documents while working remotely during COVID-19
- Drafted various motions and memorandums that were filed with the court including a Memorandum of Law in Opposition to a Petition for Interlocutory Relief that was filed with and granted by the Massachusetts Appeals Court
- Attended depositions and drafted comprehensive summaries for review by attorneys
Education
J.D. -
Suffolk University Law School
Bachelor of Arts - International Affairs
George Washington University
Skills
- MS Office
- LexisNexis
- Westlaw Edge
- TimeMatters
- Bill4Time
- Centerbase
- Legal writing
- Analysis
- Research
Timeline
Associate Attoney
Kiernan Trebach LLP
04.2025 - Current
Litigation Associate
Kenney & Sams, PLLC
10.2023 - 03.2025
Associate Litigation Attorney
Mirrione, Shaughnessy & Uitti, LLC
09.2022 - 10.2023
Law Clerk
Goldman & Pease
10.2021 - 05.2022
Law Clerk
Liberty Mutual
05.2021 - 08.2021
Law Clerk
Law Office Of James McNulty
01.2021 - 05.2021
Judicial Intern
Newburyport District Court
08.2020 - 01.2021
Law Clerk
Liberty Mutual Insurance
05.2020 - 08.2020
J.D. -
Suffolk University Law School
Bachelor of Arts - International Affairs
George Washington University