What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Litigation Associate position at Burrill Poole PLLC?
Job Description:
Burrill Poole PLLC is a fast-growing healthcare and corporate law firm with a focus on sophisticated private equity representation. We partner with premier healthcare organizations, private equity sponsors, and portfolio companies nationwide. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of complex litigation matters, work directly with clients, and play a meaningful role in high-stakes disputes within a collaborative, growth-oriented firm.
Position Overview
Burrill Poole PLLC is seeking a Senior Litigation Associate Attorney (5–8 years’ experience) to join our team. The ideal candidate will independently manage complex litigation matters, develop case strategy, and serve as a key point of contact for clients. This role is well-suited for an attorney ready for increased responsibility, courtroom exposure, and leadership opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
- Litigation Strategy & Case Management: Independently manage a caseload of complex commercial and healthcare-related litigation matters from inception through resolution, including case strategy, pleadings, discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation.
- Drafting & Advocacy: Draft and argue substantive motions, pleadings, and briefs, including dispositive motions, discovery motions, and appellate filings as applicable.
- Discovery & Depositions: Oversee all aspects of discovery, including written discovery, document review, and taking and defending depositions.
- Court Appearances: Appear in state and federal courts, administrative proceedings, and arbitration/mediation settings on behalf of clients.
- Client Counseling: Provide strategic, business-oriented legal advice to clients regarding risk, litigation exposure, and dispute resolution strategies.
- Dispute Resolution: Lead or play a key role in settlement negotiations, mediations, and alternative dispute resolution processes.
- Collaboration & Leadership: Work closely with partners and junior attorneys, providing mentorship and oversight where appropriate.
- Subject Matter Exposure: Handle a range of disputes, including commercial litigation, healthcare-related disputes, employment matters, partnership disputes, and regulatory or administrative proceedings.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited U.S. law school
- Admission to at least one U.S. state bar (D.C. admission or ability to waive in preferred)
- 5–8 years of litigation experience in a law firm or comparable setting
- Demonstrated ability to independently manage litigation matters and client relationships
- Strong experience with motion practice, discovery, and depositions
- Trial or arbitration experience preferred
- Experience with healthcare or private equity-related disputes is a plus
- Excellent analytical, writing, and oral advocacy skills
- Client-focused mindset with strong business judgment
- Ability to travel as required
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location:
This role will be the first position based in the firm’s new Washington, D.C. office. The firm is currently flexible with respect to remote versus in-person work arrangements, with expectations to evolve as the office is established. Travel may be required.
Benefits:
- Paid time off
*Burrill Poole PLLC is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply*