What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Attorney – Part-Time - Parkersburg, West Virginia position at Bowles Rice LLP?
September 29, 2026
Bowles Rice LLP, a well-established regional, full-service law firm with offices throughout West Virginia, Virginia, and Pennsylvania, is seeking to retain a part-time attorney to assist with court appointed cases, primarily in its Parkersburg and Charleston office. This position will work on court-appointed cases covering criminal defense, abuse & neglect proceedings, and juvenile delinquency/juvenile status offense cases. The work will include all aspects of litigation, including drafting pleadings, preparing and responding to written discovery, interviewing witnesses, drafting motions and briefs, taking and defending depositions, and developing overall case strategy. This position offers a flexible schedule with remote work opportunities, but candidates must be able to attend court hearings in and around Parkersburg, and Charleston West Virginia.
Candidates must be equipped with strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills and have at least three years of experience as a practicing attorney. Candidates must be licensed to practice in West Virginia and able to travel to Parkersburg as needed.
Must be able to successfully pass all required background screening, including criminal.
Applicants should e-mail cover letter, résumé and references to the Human Resources Department at: HRdepartment@bowlesrice.com. Qualified candidates will be contacted.
For more information, visit our website at www.bowlesrice.com.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Bowles Rice LLP, a well-established regional, full-service law firm with offices throughout West Virginia, Virginia, and Pennsylvania, is seeking to retain a part-time attorney to assist with court appointed cases, primarily in its Parkersburg and Charleston office. This position will work on court-appointed cases covering criminal defense, abuse & neglect proceedings, and juvenile delinquency/juvenile status offense cases. The work will include all aspects of litigation, including drafting pleadings, preparing and responding to written discovery, interviewing witnesses, drafting motions and briefs, taking and defending depositions, and developing overall case strategy. This position offers a flexible schedule with remote work opportunities, but candidates must be able to attend court hearings in and around Parkersburg, and Charleston West Virginia.
Candidates must be equipped with strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills and have at least three years of experience as a practicing attorney. Candidates must be licensed to practice in West Virginia and able to travel to Parkersburg as needed.
Must be able to successfully pass all required background screening, including criminal.
Applicants should e-mail cover letter, résumé and references to the Human Resources Department at: HRdepartment@bowlesrice.com. Qualified candidates will be contacted.
For more information, visit our website at www.bowlesrice.com.
An Equal Opportunity Employer