Associate Attorney in Arlington Heights, VA| LawFirmStaff

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Title : Associate Attorney

Location : Virginia - Arlington
Refer to Job # GCQX780342


Associate Attorney Responsibilities: Draft documents such as correspondence, pleadings, motions, briefs, affidavits, settlement agreements, and contracts to be used proceedings and contract negotiations. Review client issues on legal matters, analyze available options, and diligently work to determine the best course of action. Conduct legal research, prepare for and attend hearings and/or other legal proceedings, and provide legal counsel with the help of senior associate attorneys. Communicate with senior associates, paralegals, and clients to ensure cases are handled efficiently. Maintain client files in an organized fashion to ensure up-to-date information is handy for other attorneys, paralegals and support staff. Qualifications: JD degree required from an accredited law school. Successful completion of the Bar exam. 5+ years of litigation experience, including 1+ year of federal employment law experience. Ability to work with senior attorneys to best serve client needs and grow our client base. Effective communication skills and problem-solving skills are necessary to work with all levels of staff and clients. Preference to candidates with experience exceeding this minimum threshold. Will have done one more of the following: first-chaired a deposition; litigated a case through summary judgment in federal court; litigated a case in the Eastern District of Virginia; litigated employment cases, particularly under Title VII, FMLA, ADA, ERISA, and FLSA; / settled contingency fee cases. Will consider candidates with other types of significant litigation or trial experience. Virginia Bar license strongly preferred. Will consider candidates willing to submit an application to waive into the Virginia Bar. Bar admission to DC and Maryland a plus.
 
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