Litigation Associate Attorney (Toxic Torts Defense)
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Job Description
Salary
Willcox Savage, one of Virginia’s leading law firms, is seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney (one to three years of experience) to join our active and growing Toxic Torts Defense practice in Norfolk, Virginia. This attorney will support active litigation in state and federal courts throughout the country as part of our national practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with all phases of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, mediations, hearings, and trials.
- Hands-on drafting: dispositive motions, discovery motions, briefs.
- Take and defend depositions with partner support.
- Argue motions commensurate with experience.
- Support case preparation for state and federal proceedings.
- Direct client contact and responsibility for discrete workstreams.
Qualifications
- JD degree from an accredited law school.
- Active State Bar license.
- One to three years of litigation experience preferred.
- Experience preparing for federal and state court cases.
- Experience drafting and managing pleadings, briefs, depositions, mediations, hearings, and trials.
- Detail-oriented, good communicator with strong writing and organizational skills.
- Asbestos and/or talc litigation experience is preferred, but not a prerequisite.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and bonus potential.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) plan
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
Compensation Range: The starting salary range for this position is $140,000 - $145,000 per year.
Willcox Savage is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact our firm at 757-628-5500 and ask for Human Resources.
- $140,000 - $145,000/year