Litigation Career Associate Attorney

Job Title: Litigation Career Associate Attorney

Job Location: Washington, DC

Job Overview: A prestigious law firm is currently seeking a skilled and dedicated Litigation Career Associate Attorney to join their litigation team. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals, contribute to high-stakes trials, and manage essential legal tasks. The firm values collaboration, efficiency, and a client-first approach, creating an environment where team dynamics and personal growth are a priority.

Duties:

• Manage and contribute to trial teams, ensuring trial calendars are properly coordinated.
• Assist in staffing associates within the litigation group, overseeing assignments, and ensuring optimal team performance.
• Draft and review legal documents including briefs, motions, and discovery materials.
• Prepare clients for depositions and support in trial preparation.
• Manage long-term legal projects, ensuring alignment with team objectives and effective task delegation.
• Collaborate with practice leaders, managers, and partners to identify staffing needs and resource allocation for client matters.
• Produce tailored thought leadership materials, such as newsletters and business development pitches.
• Work efficiently in a matrix environment, coordinating with cross-department teams and clients to deliver results.
• Provide exceptional customer service and manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced setting.

Requirements:

• 7+ years of experience in litigation, with a strong foundation in trial preparation and legal writing.
• Proficiency in handling discovery tasks, including e-discovery.
• Solid knowledge and experience in drafting briefs, motions, and discovery documents.
• Ability to assist in the preparation of witnesses and manage trial logistics.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex legal concepts for various audiences.
• Strong project management skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a high-pressure environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multiple teams and manage cross-functional relationships effectively.
• A commitment to providing high-quality client service and exceeding expectations.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active membership in a DC State Bar.

Skills:

• Legal writing and drafting expertise.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Experience in managing legal teams and coordinating staff assignments.
• High-level client service and communication skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously.
• Familiarity with e-discovery and litigation support tools.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Mental well-being support and counseling services.
• Family care benefits (child, elder, and pet care).
• Generous paid time off through the Flexible Time Off (FTO) program.
• Parental leave benefits and paid holidays.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Long-term care insurance and health savings accounts (HSA) options.
• Professional development opportunities, mentorship, and training programs to support career growth.

This Silicon Valley firm offers a full-service practice which covers a number of areas, including: intellectual property, corporate, and labor & employment. The firm's intellectual property practice is both rapidly expanding and exceptionally solid; the firm's intellectual property attorneys have extensive experience in state, federal, and international litigation, as well as licensing, litigation avoidance and other matters across the complete spectrum of intellectual property issues. The atmosphere is collegial, but slightly more conservative than most Bay Area firms. Salaries are in line with other top Bay Area firms, and the firm provides a sizable bonus for all lawyers who bill at least 1,950 hours, with additional money based on three separate billable-hour levels above 1,950.