Environmental And Mass Tort Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Richmond, VA, specializing in environmental and mass tort litigation, seeks a motivated Associate Attorney to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of experience, demonstrating solid legal research, writing, and analytical skills, with the ability to handle complex litigation matters.

Duties:

• Conduct legal research and analysis on environmental and mass tort issues.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Assist in case strategy development and trial preparation.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and courts.
• Manage and organize large volumes of documents and evidence.
• Attend hearings, depositions, and mediations as necessary.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school with excellent academic credentials.
• Admission as an active member in good standing of the Virginia Bar, or eligibility and willingness to become admitted to the Virginia Bar.
• 2-3 years of relevant experience in environmental and mass tort litigation.
• Strong analytical, research, writing, and oral communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities.
• Ability to work efficiently under deadlines and handle significant client responsibilities.
• Creative and critical thinking skills to tackle complex legal issues.
• Prior experience in a sophisticated law firm environment and judicial clerkship preferred.

Education and Certifications:

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Admission as an active member in good standing of the Virginia bar preferred, or eligibility to become admitted.

Skills:

• Excellent legal research, analysis, and writing skills.
• Proficiency in legal document drafting and case management.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Strong understanding of environmental and tort law principles.
• Familiarity with litigation procedures and strategies.

This large Virginia office has international offices in Europe, Russia, and beyond. Attorneys work hard in a friendly atmosphere and are rewarded with extremely competitive salaries and hefty bonuses. Specific areas of law practiced in the Virginia office include real estate finance and land use, aviation law, communications law, tax, trust and estate planning, and a wide range of litigation. They also have a significant practice in the areas of corporate finance and intellectual property rights.