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Litigation Associate

Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig
Richmond, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/4/2026
Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig is seeking a motivated associate to support both litigation and transactional work in our Richmond VA office. This role offers an exceptional opportunity for the right candidate with 1-3 years of experience. The ideal candidate must have excellent writing and research abilities and be comfortable taking and defending depositions, appearing in court, arguing motions, drafting pleadings, and managing deadlines. This is a full-time, in-office position located in the Midlothian area of Richmond, Virginia. We believe in fostering collaboration and professional growth through in-person interaction and mentorship.

Required Qualifications:

  • 1 to 3 years of Litigation or related experience
  • Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
  • Must be admitted to the Virginia State Bar

Key Responsibilities:

  • Represent the interests of clients in litigations in state courts, a federal court, or a federal administrative agency
  • Supervise and conduct complex legal research and analysis
  • Capable of day-to-day case management.
  • Collaborate in case strategy discussions
  • Draft and review pleadings, memos, briefs, interrogatories, and other legal correspondence and litigation documents
  • Take and defend depositions
  • Negotiate settlements
  • Communicate and work with local counsel

Preferred Attributes:

  • Commitment to abiding by local, state, and federal laws and behaving ethically
  • Ability to work independently or with a team of attorneys to develop case strategies
  • Working with others in a team-oriented environment is essential
  • Strong critical thinking, interpersonal, and communication skills
  • Ability to negotiate, research, and communicate verbally and in writing effectively
  • Attention to detail and commitment to excellence
  • Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills
  • Judicial clerkship, law review, and/or law journal experience preferred, but not required

What we offer:

  • Comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, life, STD, and LTD
  • Quarterly bonus program
  • 401(K) plus matching
  • Unlimited PTO
  • 10 paid holidays annually
  • Mentorship from experienced litigation attorneys
  • Business development and marketing leadership program to support building your practice
  • Direct client interaction and courtroom experience from day one

About Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig

Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig is a successful, fast-growing, veteran-owned law firm with more than 70 outcome-focused attorneys advising and representing national and international legal matters. Our firm offers a depth of knowledge without sacrificing the high-touch service our clients demand. Our attorneys hail from the most respected law schools, “big law”, and a variety of diverse backgrounds. In addition to former military, government agency, and corporate experience, the partners at DBL average more than twenty years of high-level relevant legal experience.

Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates with diverse personal and professional backgrounds. We also participate in E-Verify. The firm operates in a hybrid remote work environment. DBL offers a rewarding work environment that provides an opportunity to advance and grow professionally. To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and writing sample (preferably from a dispositive motion such as a demurrer, motion to dismiss, or motion for summary judgment) to humanresources@dbllawyers.com.

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