Civil Litigation Attorney

Job description

McCandlish Holton seeks a Civil Litigation Associate to defend a wide variety of clients and cases throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia in all state and federal courts.

Our Attorneys work in a team environment that is fast-paced, high-pressured and deadline intensive. Our Attorneys must possess strong verbal and written communication, research, organizational and analytical skills. They should be detail-oriented and results-driven team players.

Successful candidates will have demonstrable analytical and problem solving skills, superior research and writing skills and reading comprehension at an advanced level. 1-3 years of litigation and/or clerkship experience is preferred.

Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills are a must.

Day-to-day responsibilities include:

• Managing multiple cases from file opening to hearing.
• Consult with clients and represent clients in trial.
• Drafting briefs and other legal documents.
• Drafting discovery responses and complaints.
• Interviewing key witnesses.
• Conducting depositions.
• Gathering evidence to be used at trial.
• Develop legal arguments, motions and other case filings.
• Manage/access case file indexing system for all ongoing and completed cases.
• Monitor changes to government guidelines or regulations and submit reports on pertinent changes.
• Utilize existing files and a variety of other research resources to develop information for pending cases.
• Prolonged sitting, reading, typing, writing and talking

We offer bonus opportunities and a very generous benefits package including 401k employer match, paid holidays and vacation.

McCandlish Holton, PC is an equal opportunity/ affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. Women, people of color, people with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ+, and members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• VA Bar License (Required)