What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Associate Attorney position at McCandlish Holton?
Full job description
McCandlish Holton is seeking attorneys with varying levels of experience to join our Civil Litigation and Worker’s Compensation practice groups. New hires should expect to appear regularly in state and federal courts and frequent client contact.
McCandlish Holton aggressively defends a wide variety of clients and cases throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia in all state and federal courts through our Civil Litigation, and Workers’ Compensation practice groups.
Our Attorneys work in a team environment that is fast paced, high-pressured and deadline intensive. Our Attorneys must possess strong verbal and written communication, research, organizational and analytical skills. They should be detail-oriented and result-driven team players.
Successful candidates will have demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills and be able to read and understand what they are reading at an advanced level. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience.
Admission to the Virginia state bar is required.
Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills is a must.
Day-to-day responsibilities include:
▪ Managing multiple cases from file opening to hearing.
▪ Consult with clients and represent clients in trial.
▪ Drafting briefs and other legal documents.
▪ Drafting discovery responses and complaints
▪ Interviewing key witnesses.
▪ Conducting depositions.
▪ Marshal evidence to be used at hearing.
▪ Develop legal arguments, motions and other case filings.
We offer bonus opportunities and a very generous benefits package including 401k employer match, paid holidays and paid time off.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
· Health Insurance
· Dental Insurance
· Vision Insurance
· 401(k) with match
· Health Savings Account
· Flexible Spending Account
· Life Insurance
· Paid Time Off
· Employee Assistance Program
License/Certification:
· VA Bar License (Required and In Good Standing)
McCandlish Holton, PC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. Women, people of color, people with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ+, and members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
Direct applicants only. Please, no agencies, recruiters, or staffing firms.
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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