Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm located in Washington, DC is seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney with extensive experience in handling complex litigation matters. The ideal candidate will have a comprehensive skill set in legal research, brief-writing, document production, and discovery. This role requires a high level of professionalism, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities efficiently.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage all phases of complex litigation, including legal research, brief-writing, and document production.
• Conduct thorough discovery, including document review and production.
• Draft, review, and edit legal briefs, motions, and other litigation documents.
• Collaborate with clients and colleagues to develop case strategies and execute legal plans.
• Prioritize tasks and manage multiple cases simultaneously, meeting all deadlines.
• Maintain extreme attention to detail in all aspects of legal work.
• Ensure effective communication with clients, opposing counsel, and other stakeholders.
• Participate in trial preparation, including preparing witnesses and exhibits.
• Provide support in various phases of litigation, from pre-trial through post-trial activities.

Requirements:

• 4+ years of experience handling complex litigation matters.
• JD or LLM from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Admission to the Bar in the District of Columbia and Maryland.
• Judicial clerkship experience is a plus.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Professionalism in client and colleague interactions.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and balance competing responsibilities.
• Proven ability to collaborate and work effectively in team settings.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) or Master of Laws (LLM) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the Bar in the District of Columbia and Maryland.

Skills:

• Expertise in complex litigation processes and strategies.
• Strong legal research and writing abilities.
• Proficiency in document production and discovery management.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Effective collaboration and teamwork capabilities.
• High level of professionalism and client engagement skills.

Built on excellence and driven by change, this AmLaw 100 firm is appealing to associates for its nimble, collaborative legal teams addressing the shifting legal and regulatory requirements of the global market?s most competitive industries. Associates regard the firm as one of the ?heathiest work environments? they have worked in, as well as dealing with interesting work and early responsibility or junior associates. The firm is dedicated to pro bono work, using their program to provide training and guidance for associates. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.