What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Attorney position at Blue Signal Search?
Associate Attorney
On-site in Norfolk, VA
A growing Virginia law practice is adding an Associate Attorney to support a strong pipeline of family law and traffic related matters in the Hampton Roads market. This is an opportunity for a client-focused lawyer who wants meaningful courtroom exposure, a steady flow of retained work, and the ability to contribute right away in a practice that values sound judgment, responsiveness, and practical advocacy. Attorneys here are trusted to manage their matters with support from leadership and staff, creating a strong environment for long-term professional growth.
What You Will Do
- Guide clients through family law and misdemeanor traffic matters from intake through resolution.
- Appear in Virginia courts for hearings, negotiations, and procedural conferences.
- Prepare case strategies, pleadings, agreements, and client-ready communications.
- Partner with legal support staff to keep matters organized and moving forward.
- Build trust with clients through direct communication, sound judgment, and steady advocacy.
- Advise individuals on custody, support, divorce, and serious driving-related charges.
- Manage an active caseload with strong organization, professionalism, and follow-through.
- Contribute to a collaborative legal team focused on accountability, service, and results.
What You Bring
- Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
- Active Virginia bar license in good standing.
- Several years of litigation experience, ideally in domestic relations, traffic defense, or related courtroom practice.
- Comfort handling client-facing legal work with professionalism and empathy.
- Ability to manage deadlines, changing priorities, and active matters with limited oversight.
- Strong writing skills and confidence drafting litigation and client documents.
- A practical, self-directed work style and the ability to collaborate effectively with support staff and leadership.
Preferred Background
- Experience with divorce, custody, visitation, and support matters.
- Exposure to DUI, reckless driving, or other misdemeanor defense work.
- Familiarity with fast-paced private practice environments.
- Experience balancing litigation responsibilities with high-touch client service.
About Blue Signal:
As an award-winning executive search firm, Blue Signal has a strong track record of placing top talent in the legal space. Our legal recruiters have a strong reputation for finding top-performing talent in areas such as legal leadership, corporate counsel, and litigation. Learn more at bit.ly/42RyDgd