What are the responsibilities and job description for the Civil Litigation Defense Attorney position at gpac?
A respected Northern Virginia law firm is looking for a civil litigation defense attorney to join its growing litigation team. You'll handle your own caseload from start to finish, get real time in court, and learn from experienced trial attorneys.
What You'll Do
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
What You'll Do
- Defend individuals and businesses in civil matters in Virginia state and federal courts
- Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and briefs
- Take and defend depositions, and attend hearings, mediations, and trials
- Manage a caseload and report regularly to clients and insurance carriers
- Work closely with partners on case strategy and trial preparation
- 1 to 5 years of civil litigation experience, with defense experience preferred
- Admission to the Virginia Bar
- Strong writing, research, and analytical skills
- Organized, self-motivated, and eager to grow as a litigator
- Competitive base salary, depending on experience
- Hybrid or fully in office in Fairfax, VA, whichever you prefer
- Full benefits package
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
Salary : $90,000 - $120,000