Litigation Associate Attorney

A reputable law firm in Norfolk, VA, is seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney with at least 1 year of experience to join its team. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with senior attorneys in both litigation and transactional matters, providing legal counsel to clients while gaining valuable experience and professional growth. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong research and writing abilities, as well as the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Duties:

• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to support litigation cases.
• Review and draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and contracts.
• Assist in addressing the legal needs of clients across various practice areas.
• Collaborate with senior litigation and transactional attorneys on case strategy and execution.
• Provide legal counsel to both new and existing clients in a professional and efficient manner.
• Manage multiple legal matters simultaneously, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Participate in court appearances, hearings, and depositions as needed.

Requirements:

• Law degree (Juris Doctor) from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in the state of Virginia.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a law firm or judicial clerkship.
• Strong understanding of legal principles, procedures, and case law.
• Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks effectively.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Active license to practice law in Virginia.

Skills:

• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Strong organizational and project management abilities.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaborate with a team.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to delivering quality work.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced legal environment.
• Client-focused with exceptional decision-making and problem-solving abilities.

This law firm provides legal representation to businesses, financial institutions, insurers, government agencies, and individuals in a range of litigation matters. Its major practice areas include admiralty and maritime law, cybersecurity and data privacy, employment law, government contracting, government and public sector law, commercial real estate law, and business law and disputes. Its team of attorneys has decades of combined legal experience in these areas. Its office is located in Norfolk, Virginia.