Local Government / Employment Attorney

Job Title: Local Government / Employment Attorney

Job Overview:
A well-regarded law firm based in Richmond, VA, is seeking an experienced attorney to join its practice focused on representing public entities and employers in complex and high-profile matters. The role involves active engagement in civil litigation involving local governments, school boards, and private employers. The attorney will manage cases with cutting-edge legal challenges across federal and state jurisdictions. This opportunity is ideal for professionals who value collaboration, diverse subject matter, and frequent courtroom exposure while enjoying a supportive work culture that values flexibility and balance.

Duties:

• Advocate on behalf of municipal bodies such as counties, cities, towns, and school boards in a variety of litigation matters

• Defend public and private employers against claims involving workplace disputes, contract disagreements, and civil rights allegations

• Handle high-stakes matters including but not limited to:

  • Discrimination and employment practices

  • Alleged misconduct involving public institutions

  • Civil rights violations including excessive force claims

  • Policy challenges concerning education and governance

• Participate actively in both state and federal court proceedings

• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, and manage discovery

• Collaborate with a team of litigators throughout the lifecycle of a case

• Engage directly with clients and witnesses, including government officials and administrators

Requirements:

• Substantive litigation experience, preferably with public sector clients or employment law focus

• Strong interest in complex civil litigation and public entity representation

• Confidence in handling contentious and sensitive subject matter

• Willingness to appear frequently in court

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Active and good-standing membership with the Virginia State Bar

Skills:

• Excellent oral and written advocacy

• Sound judgment and discretion in handling politically sensitive matters

• Strong interpersonal and team collaboration skills

• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced litigation environment

Job Location:

• Richmond, VA

Benefits:

• 401(k) plan with employer match and profit sharing

• Comprehensive health insurance (100% of employee premium covered)

• Dental and vision coverage

• Life and supplemental life insurance options

• Short- and long-term disability coverage

• Firm-provided mobile phone and service

• Fully covered CLEs and bar dues

• Flexibility in work arrangements to support work-life

This civil litigation law firm provides a wide variety of legal services to clients throughout Virginia, Washington, District of Columbia, and the Mid-Atlantic region. Its major practice areas include admiralty and maritime law, auto liability defense, commercial and business litigation, construction law, consumer litigation, environmental and toxic torts, medical malpractice, and transportation and trucking. The firm's offices are located in Glen Allen and Alexandria, Virginia, and Denver, Colorado.